Over 70% of cats over the age of five are estimated to have suffered from at least one feline odontoclastic resorptive lesion (FORL). Learn more about what this unique dental condition is. FORLs appear at or near the tooth base. Although the exact cause is unknown,...

Has your cat been missing the litter box? It could be because she has feline idiopathic cystitis (FIC). Read more about this urinary condition.Feline idiopathic cystitis signsFIC can develop without any obvious underlying cause, and more than one...

Humans have experienced firsthand how our emotional well-being can impact our physical health. The same goes for our pets. Furry friends who experience distress can be more susceptible to certain health issues. Here are four examples.#1: Excessive...

Wintertime can mean increased discomfort for arthritic pets. They tend to suffer more during cold weather. Help soothe your pet's stiffness during the cold season with the following tips.#1: Provide firm bedding near heat sourcesAlthough soft, fluffy beds...

New Year’s Eve is one of the party nights we most look forward to in the year, but it can also be a night of high anxiety for our pets. To help your pet get through the noisy night, consider these tips.1. Confining Your PetMany pets have a favorite hiding...

It’s a holly, jolly holiday season, but this time of year can be dangerous for our pets. Here are a few holiday hazards to avoid so your furry companions feel merry and bright the whole holiday season through.Fire/burn hazardsA curious pet could knock over...

The Fourth of July: There’s nothing like celebrating freedom by having fun with friends at backyard barbecues and fireworks shows! But, the Fourth of July often isn’t as fun for our furry friends. Keep these tips in mind to enjoy a safe Independence Day...

They say dogs are “man’s best friend,” and if your best friend were feeling pain, wouldn’t you want to do everything you could to alleviate it? If only our dogs could talk! Then they could tell us what's wrong. Unfortunately, it's up to us to recognize the...

As the weather warms up with summer quickly approaching, it's time to prepare for the dangers this season brings; specifically, heat. By now you know that you should never leave a pet in your car during a warm day, even for a few moments. Seventy degrees...

There will likely come a time when your pet experiences one of these unfortunate events. Diarrhea is the frequent evacuation of watery stools, and vomiting is the forceful expulsion of stomach contents through the mouth. Both of these issues can be both mild or...