I am not typically one for making New Year's resolutions -- too much stress and expectation! But I do enjoy the feeling of a "fresh start" and the refocusing that ... Read More

Dogs licking their paws is a common complaint. Is this a medical problem or a behavioral one? Why won't they stop licking? Is this harmful? Learn the answers to these ... Read More

A common question for vets is: "my pet is "not himself" lately. Should I watch him, or should he be seen for an exam?" One thing to recognize is that each ... Read More

Many people allow a few indulgences during the holidays, and that includes indulging our pets. Be warned though, too much of a good thing isn't a good thing. In fact, ... Read More

This interview is part of a continuing series of pet health insurance company interviews. Each participant answers the same ten questions to assist pet owners in researching the various plans ... Read More

COURTNNEY writes: "I have an 8 year Lab/Husky mix. Over the last couple of months, she has been licking the outer area of her front legs. She has licked it ... Read More

Each year, I highlight ways for individuals and veterinary clinics to be involved in the annual "Spay Day" campaign to create awareness about the pet overpopulation problem and of course, ... Read More

Are you looking for a last minute practical gift for the pet lover in your life? Here is an idea: pet mats. I recently "test drove" several Drymate® pet products in ... Read More

The holidays are a time of cozy warm gatherings, with the delicious smell of cookies in the oven and the woodsy smell of pine tree. If you don't have cookies ... Read More

Learning to observe what is normal and and what is not in animals that can't talk takes time and patience. A "dry nose" is often seen as a sign of ... Read More

This interview is part of a continuing series of pet health insurance company interviews. I will be using the same ten questions for each of the veterinary health insurers so ... Read More

AKAJIFFYPOP asks: "I am new to this stuff. I have 2 kittens, now 5 months old. Planning to spay and neuter them. Now I find that the female is in ... Read More

I think cats are often underrated as therapy animals. Years ago, my beloved tabby cat Herman Quinn and I made the rounds to visit nursing home patients with my two ... Read More

Meet Oliver the cat in this photo journal project that will focus on keeping pets fit through diet and exercise. Bonnie Vengrow is my editor at About.com, and she adopted ... Read More

Bright ornamental plants are a great way to dress up the house during the holidays and a dreary winter. Pet owners should be aware, however, that many of these common ... Read More

CGSCHOMP asks: "Are Christmas trees (specifically Frasier Firs) poisonous to cats? My cat was chewing on the end of a branch last night and although she appears to be fine, ... Read More

This is a common question and a common problem for cat owners. Cats Guide Franny Syufy offers some excellent health assessment questions and laundry solutions for getting those clothes ... Read More

Wildcat2002 writes: "I am in my 40's and a junior in undergrad. I have received several scholarships based on my age, community service and area of study over the past ... Read More

While I had heard of photo blankets, I had never seen one up close and personal. I recently submitted a photo of my pets, Herman the cat and Sophie the ... Read More

Rabbits are cute and cuddly, but many do not enjoy being picked up and cuddled. It is important to note that rabbits can seriously injure themselves if they struggle and ... Read More

Many people are aware of food delivery programs for home-bound senior citizens such as Meals on Wheels (MOWAA), but what about the pets of senior citizens? Pet food is expensive ... Read More