Next week is the 4th of July, a fireworks-filled holiday in the United States. This time of year is also thunderstorm season in many areas, another noisy situation. Some animals ... Read More

JODIELYNNRENK asks: "I have a question regarding the effect, if any, on altitude on senior dogs. I have 2 dogs that are 12 years old; a lab and a lab/shepherd ... Read More

Continuing with this week's theme, having to make the decision to end a pet's life is never easy, and rarely has a clear cut answer. This FAQ focuses on ways ... Read More

Dealing with the loss of a pet is never easy. When children are involved, special considerations must be made to help them understand what is going on and how to ... Read More

Today, with pets living longer, healthier lives and enjoying such an integral position in the human family, grief over losing a pet is a serious concern. Thankfully, fellow pet lovers, ... 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

Many bird owners have more in common than just their love for their feathered friends -- they are also smitten with kittens! While birds and cats are natural enemies in ... Read More

Hot spots are a skin problem that can happen at any time of the year, but more common in the warmer months. Causes vary, and it is best to visit ... Read More

From the VetMed Forum JSTEW311 asks: "Can a vet refuse to give out patient history? I have a very sick cat and a vet that refuses to release a full ... Read More

Summertime and the living is easy. Or is it? Summertime is a wonderful time to enjoy the outdoors and longer days with our pets, but seasonal caution is advised. This ... Read More

The FDA is currently disputing the findings by ExperTox, an independent testing laboratory in Texas, that the painkiller acetaminophen was found in several pet food samples submitted by manufacturers. Due ... Read More

Take this quiz to test your veterinary knowledge about ticks. Learn about tick species, removal methods, and some of the many diseases that ticks can transmit. Protect your pets and ... Read More

1VIZSLA asks: "Our Vizsla has fairly bad allergies. She is currently on prednisone, and is also taking a topical antibiotic for her neck (she scratched her skin raw). We are ... Read More

Ringworm derives its name from the classic red, round "worm like" lesion seen on human skin that is infected. It is not a worm though; it is a fungus that ... Read More

In a voluntary pet food recall unrelated to the massive recall underway since March, Doane Pet Care, pet food manufacturer for Wal-Mart, is recalling a single lot of 55 pound ... Read More

Bumblefoot ("ulcerative pododermatitis") is a complex problem seen in pet rats and a few other species. Prevention is the best bet, but is not always easy as some rats will ... Read More

Pets who are itchy and scratching their skin constantly are not only bothered themselves, they bother their owners, too! What causes itchy skin, and what can be done about it? ... Read More

Have you ever wondered what makes a cat tick? Ever watched a cat scrunch up his nose before walking through a door and wondered just what he was sniffing? Or ... Read More

From the VetMed forumMELISSAWOLL asks: "I am the owner of two boxers. One female and one male. They both have some kind of skin problem. They are extremely itchy and ... Read More

I have mentioned pet life jackets before on this site as they relate to overall safety in the summer and around water. This article examines pet life jackets more closely ... Read More

A laboratory in Texas has found a new chemical in pet food while testing food for melamine and other contaminants as part of the massive pet food recall. This time, ... Read More

The FDA recently announced that a U.S. company, Tembec BTLSR Inc. of Toledo, Ohio, has also been adding melamine (and related compounds) to feeds to help bind the ingredients. The ... Read More

With summer comes increased parasites to think about. Ticks are notorious vectors for a variety of potentially very serious diseases; the most common one being Lyme disease. Learn what to ... Read More

BKZONER asks: "I spent most of yesterday searching online for a relatively inexpensive, one-step (no rinse) spray disinfectant to use for my guinea pig's cage. I initially was excited to ... Read More

Warmer weather is on the way -- are you prepared? This Quick Tip offers a way to have fresh water available on the road for your traveling pet companions.