If you have a new puppy or are preparing for one, your world is full of exciting firsts. One of the most important (and potentially overwhelming) of these is your puppy’s first vet visit. But there’s ...

If you’re a new dog parent or just exploring ways to keep your furry friend healthy and happy, you’ve probably heard your veterinarian talk about the importance of spaying or neutering. These ...

Parasite prevention. Boarding facilities are often extremely diligent about keeping out fleas, ticks, and other pesky parasites.Many require proof of recent vet-approved parasite prevention ...

When spring and summer arrive, most of us welcome the warm, sunny weather. And your kitty is no different — sunbathing is a favorite hobby among felines! However, too much time in high heat isn’t good ...

Sponsored by CareCredit. All dogs, from puppyhood through adulthood, should be vaccinated appropriately with the DHPP vaccine. The DHPP vaccine protects against a number of severe viral illnesses in ...

Tod Emko is a writer and conservationist in North Carolina. Tod writes comic books starring his service dog of 12 years (piggytale.com) with all proceeds going to save animals through his nonprofit ...

Kennel cough is a contagious disease in dogs characterized by a persistent cough of several days. It is very contagious between dogs, which means it can spread easily in shelter environments or in ...

Leptospirosis is an infectious bacterial disease that can cause serious illness for both you and your dog. Dogs can contract lepto through contact with urine of rodents, or wet soil and stagnant water ...

Key Differences When Comparing Apoquel and Cytopoint. Cytopoint, an injectable monoclonal antibody therapy, is specifically designed to alleviate allergic reactions in dogs. After a dog receives a ...

Emily Oliver is a certified veterinary technician (CVT) who spent over 10 years in a mixed animal practice, working with cats, dogs, equines, and farm animals. Interests include surgery and anesthesia ...

Brittany Chrusciel is a journalist with a background in travel and destination reporting. She currently lives in the dog-friendly city of Asbury Park, NJ, with her husband and their two very bonded ...