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By Janet Tobiassen Crosby, DVM, About.com Guide since 1999

7 Things to do NOW to be ready for fireworks Created: Tuesday, June 18, 2013 Updated: Wednesday, June 19, 2013
Every year I think "oh it won't be so bad" when the fireworks start. But, as those of you who live with a noise-phobic dog (or cat) know, it always is that bad, and sometimes worse, than I expect. ...
Fireworks and Thunder - Loud Noise Phobias Created: Wednesday, June 30, 2010 Updated: Wednesday, June 19, 2013
Fireworks aren't just for the 4th of July anymore. We have them to celebrate New Year's Eve, amusement park shows, and baseball games. Same with thunderstorms, while more common in spring and summe...
Stinky Pets Created: Wednesday, January 19, 2011 Updated: Monday, June 10, 2013
Bad odors in dogs and cats may indicate a health problem such as dental disease, anal sac abscess, infected ears, or a hot spot. In other cases, a bad odor may simply indicate that the pet needs a ...
Pet Nutrition Q & A Created: Tuesday, August 30, 2011 Updated: Monday, June 10, 2013
Dr. Marcie Campion, Ph.D., veterinary nutritionist and Scientific Relations Manager at P&G Pet Care answers viewer questions about dog and cat nutrition in a series of interviews. Topics include su...
Meet Obie, the World's (formerly) Fattest Dachshund Created: Tuesday, June 04, 2013 Updated: Monday, June 10, 2013
In this interview, meet Nora Vanatta, the veterinary technician who adopted Obie and started his weight loss journey after he was surrendered by a family member. Next in this series is an interview...
Oona and the porcupine Created: Thursday, June 06, 2013 Updated: Thursday, June 06, 2013
Porcupines and dogs are never a good mix. Quills have one-way barbs and may work themselves inside the body, causing severe problems and even death in some cases. It is always best to call your vet...
Porcupine Problems Created: Thursday, June 06, 2013 Updated: Thursday, June 06, 2013
Porcupines and dogs are never a good mix. Quills have one-way barbs and may work themselves inside the body, causing severe problems and even death in some cases. It is always best to call your vet...
Wilson our "handi-capable" dog Created: Thursday, June 06, 2013 Updated: Thursday, June 06, 2013
Animals are very adaptable. Often even more than people realize. Some animals are born this way, some lose their sight, hearing, or even a limb to disease or injury. They will have a small adjustme...
Cherry Eye Options Created: Thursday, June 06, 2013 Updated: Thursday, June 06, 2013
You notice a "cherry red" lump in the corner of your dog's eye(s) and wonder what it is and what to do about it. After a visit to the veterinarian, you learn that it is a common condition called ch...
A long life together Created: Thursday, June 06, 2013 Updated: Thursday, June 06, 2013
Senior pets have a special place in my heart. While they may take extra time and extra care to accommodate for the changes seen in old age, they still give their all to their human family members. ...
Cherry Eye Created: Thursday, June 06, 2013 Updated: Thursday, June 06, 2013
You notice a "cherry red" lump in the corner of your dog's eye(s) and wonder what it is and what to do about it. After a visit to the veterinarian, you learn that it is a common condition called ch...
Beautiful Ebony Created: Thursday, June 06, 2013 Updated: Thursday, June 06, 2013
Senior pets have a special place in my heart. While they may take extra time and extra care to accommodate for the changes seen in old age, they still give their all to their human family members. ...
Meet Dr. Kramer, Obie the World's (formerly) Fattest Dachshund's Surgeon Created: Wednesday, June 05, 2013 Updated: Wednesday, June 05, 2013
In this interview, meet Dr. Alon Kramer DVM ACVS who did the necessary excess skin reduction surgery as Obie the Dachshund shed the pounds.
Tips for Exercising with Dogs and Cats Created: Wednesday, September 29, 2010 Updated: Tuesday, June 04, 2013
In a 2010 study on canine obesity, only 35% of dogs were considered to be "normal" weight. Of the remainder, 5% were underweight and a full 60% were classified as overweight or obese. The numbers f...
Top Ways To Tell if Your Pet Is Overweight Created: Friday, June 15, 2007 Updated: Tuesday, June 04, 2013
It can be hard to resist those soulful eyes, that wagging tail, and that earnest face. However, with pet obesity being one of the top health concerns for our pets, a quick assessment of optimal bod...
Pets, Bite Wounds and Rabies Created: Friday, September 23, 2011 Updated: Monday, May 20, 2013
Rabies is a serious and almost always fatal disease that can be passed to people through pets. For this reason, when a pet bites a person, there are rules that must be followed to protect the healt...
Animal Bites, Scratches and Injuries to Humans Created: Tuesday, September 12, 2006 Updated: Monday, May 20, 2013
Animals, even well-trained ones, can be unpredictable. Pet owners and bystanders should exercise caution when dealing with animals that are stressed, frightened or injured to protect themselves fro...
Photo Gallery of my Dog Sophie Wearing the Thundershirt Created: Tuesday, September 15, 2009 Updated: Tuesday, May 14, 2013
The Thundershirt is designed to provide gentle and constant pressure on the dog's torso. Used to reduce or eliminate noise phobias, separation anxiety, travel anxiety, crate anxiety and aid in gene...
FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus) in Cats - Treating and Preventing FIV Created: Monday, December 27, 2010 Updated: Sunday, May 12, 2013
FIV (feline immunodeficiency virus) in cats can be successfully prevented. However, if your cat is already infected with FIV, you will want to know about treatment options.
Puppy Vaginitis Created: Tuesday, March 23, 2010 Updated: Saturday, May 11, 2013
About puppy vaginitis, including signs, symptoms, diagnosis, and care.
Nutrition - Ingredients and Labeling Created: Friday, August 06, 2004 Updated: Thursday, May 09, 2013
Learn about pet food ingredients - how pet food is made and labeling regulations.
Pool Alert - Prevent a Tragedy Created: Wednesday, September 28, 2005 Updated: Thursday, May 09, 2013
Pool Alert - Prevent a Drowning Tragedy or Hypothermic emergency
Veterinary Education Online - Veterinary Medicine Created: Friday, July 08, 2005 Updated: Thursday, May 09, 2013
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How To Remove a Tick Created: Friday, August 06, 2004 Updated: Thursday, May 09, 2013
A How To guide on how to remove a tick, from your About.com Guide
Osteosarcoma - please share your experiences with osteosarcoma and your dog Created: Tuesday, April 06, 2010 Updated: Monday, May 06, 2013
Bone cancer, also known as osteosarcoma, is fairly common in dogs. It also occurs in people. Even with early diagnosis and aggressive treatment, the prognosis is poor. The first step is usually amp...
Beth Overley VMD ACVIM (Oncology) Interview Created: Friday, May 03, 2013 Updated: Monday, May 06, 2013
Dr. Overley is a board-certified veterinary oncologist at CARES, a 24-hour Emergency Veterinary Care Hospital in Langhorne, Pennsylvania. In this segment, Dr. Overley answers questions about t...
Beth Overley VMD ACVIM (Oncology) Answers Viewer Questions Part 1 Created: Friday, May 03, 2013 Updated: Friday, May 03, 2013
Dr. Overley is a board-certified veterinary oncologist at CARES, a 24-hour Emergency Veterinary Care Hospital in Langhorne, Pennsylvania. In this segment, Dr. Overley answers viewer questions ...
Drs. Adler and Overley Created: Friday, March 29, 2013 Updated: Friday, May 03, 2013
Meet Drs. Jennifer A. Adler MSc VMD ACVIM and Beth Overley VMD ACVIM (Oncology), veterinary medicine specialists at CARES, a 24 hour Emergency Veterinary Care Hospital in Langhorne, Pennsylvania. T...
Quick Tip for itch relief - oatmeal shampoo Created: Friday, July 21, 2006 Updated: Monday, April 29, 2013
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 cause of the itchi...
Jennifer A. Adler MSc VMD ACVIM Answers Viewer Questions Part 2 Created: Monday, April 29, 2013 Updated: Monday, April 29, 2013
In this segment, Dr. Adler answers questions concerning bladder infections, urinary stones, recurrent and chronic ear infections, and HGE (Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis).
Jennifer A. Adler MSc VMD ACVIM Answers Viewer Questions Part 1 Created: Monday, April 29, 2013 Updated: Monday, April 29, 2013
Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Jennifer Adler, answers viewer questions about heart problems in Japanese Chin dogs and offers tips to stop indoor urine marking by a male dog.
Viewer Viewpoint - Vaccinations: A Word of Caution for Our Animals Created: Wednesday, September 28, 2005 Updated: Tuesday, April 23, 2013
Viewer Viewpoint - Vaccinations: A Word of Caution for Our Animals