LUCKYGRRRL asks: "My cat has end stage renal disease. I notice lately that she prefers to be left alone, sometimes going out of her way to avoid contact with her ... Read More

The summer heat is on for many of us. While many people enjoy the cool comfort of the air conditioning at work, what about the pets? This article offers some ... Read More

Usually people think of dogs with impacted or infected anal sacs (the familiar "scooting dog" question). It is important to know that cats have anal glands too, and like dogs, ... Read More

If your pet suffers from inhalant allergies or an itchy skin condition, a gentle oatmeal shampoo may be beneficial. It is important to visit your veterinarian to address the root ... Read More

THATSALLY asks: "Hey everyone! We are looking into getting computers and are trying out some software. We have tried Idexx's Cornerstone (complicated) and just got Avimark. What does ... Read More

This is a common question for many pet owners worried about allergic reactions in their pets. This FAQ offers general information about Benadryl, also known as Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride. As with ... Read More

Time flies, and it is easy to "save this medication for later" only to find it is considerably out of date when you check it again. Learn why you should ... Read More

Birds can be very good at hiding illness. A necessary survival trait for wild birds, and frustrating when owners realize that their bird is very sick instead of just a ... Read More

If your pet has a petechia, is it serious? Should you call your vet and it is considered an emergency? Find out the meaning of this Latin-Italian word in this ... Read More

SASSY4321 asks: "I am currently working on my pre-reqs for vet medicine in Canada, and have started volunteering a local small animal vet clinic. I am finding myself getting overheated ... Read More

Fleas are not only an annoyance, they are a potential health problem to both pets and the people they live with. Understanding the flea life cycle is essential to successfully ... Read More

I am not a frequent traveler. I am not sure if this is because I prefer staying home or the fact that I have so many pets. I have to ... Read More

Hair loss can be occur in many different situations, including, but not limited to: poor nutrition, autoimmune disease, fungal infections, allergies and/or parasites. The most important thing to note is ... Read More

GENIHANNA asks: "I adopted an abandoned puppy hanging around my neighborhood. I had seen him for about a month and fed him a little. Eventually, he adopted me. I took ... Read More

Most pet owners have heard of heartworms. But what do heartworms look like and how are they transmitted from animal to animal? Learn the answers to these questions and more ... Read More

Guest author Lianne McLeod, the Guide to Exotic Pets at About.com offers some unique first-hand tips for camping with pets. Pets may be nervous or excited about the camp trip ... Read More

Most everyone has heard the anatomical term "pancreas", but just what is the pancreas, anyway? What is the function of the pancreas, and what happens when it isn't working properly? ... Read More

LRUMERY asks: "With the hot weather here, my dog has been swimming almost daily. Although we towel dry her, she now smells very musty! She can stink up a whole ... Read More

We don't usually think of emergencies - they happen to someone else, right? Not always. Even the 'best' pet owners can experience an emergency situation. The more prepared you are, ... Read More

For those of us in the US, it is the time of year for fireworks (July 4th holiday) and summer thunderstorms. And...as many pet owners know, fireworks, thunder storms and ... Read More