One of the most common reasons that cats need to go to the veterinarian is urinary problems. Nothing gets an owner’s attention more than not using the

    The decision to keep a cat solely indoors can be a complicated one. Certain organizations, including the American Association of Feline Practitioners, strongly recommend keeping cats

Anyone who has watched dogs say hello to each other has probably wondered why sniffing rear ends is part of the ritual. It might seem a little forward

When your dog starts limping, it can be difficult to know how concerned to be. Does he have the canine equivalent of a sprained ankle? Or should you

What is canine Cushing’s disease? Cushing’s disease is another name for hyperadrenocorticismーmeaning inappropriately high levels of cortisol, a steroid hormone produced by the body. Where does cortisol come

  As warmer weather approaches, an age-old battle reemerges — pet owners versus fleas. As our dogs and cats become more like family members, it is even less

In a recent post, we delved into the most common reasons for cats to have conjunctivitis, or a red, irritated lining of the eyeball and eyelids. It’s a

  There are a myriad of reasons why your pet’s eye can appear red or swollen, but often a red eye involves conjunctivitis. This term refers to irritation

An old saying states that the eye is the window to the soul. It may be more accurate to say that the eye is the window to the

Getting to the Heart of the Matter: Mitral Valve Disease Having a pet diagnosed with heart disease can be a confusing and overwhelming experience. Maybe your veterinarian mentioned