How to Recognize, Manage, and Avoid Hot Spots in Pets Your pet may scratch, lick, and chew itself into a hot spot when their skin feels burning from scratching. Learn more about these highly irritating sores to assist your furry friend in...

What Causes Pet Cranial Cruciate Ligament Tears? If you watch sports, you probably cringe when you see an athlete fall and clutch their knee. As one of the important ligaments in charge of supporting the knee, the anterior cruciate ligament...

How to Protect Your Dog from Dog Bites and Prevent Dog Attacks Knowing how to avoid and deal with a dog bite should be a fundamental part of every dog owner's education because no one wants to have to deal with their cherished pet getting...

4 Ways to Get Ready for Your Pet's Death Even though losing a pet is never easy, getting ready for it can lessen your mental and emotional pain. Here are four suggestions to help you prepare for and grieve the eventual loss of your pet. #1:...

Hazards in Your Home: 5 Common Pet Toxins   In honor of National Animal Poison Prevention Week, which will take place March 19 to 25, our team wants to share some of the most common household products that are toxic to pets.    #1:...

6 Ways to Help Your Pet Recover from Surgery   Orthopedic surgery—or any surgery—is a major event for a pet, and can interfere with their daily function long after they return home. Help your pet get back on their paws more quickly after...

3 Ways to Safely Treat Your Pet on Valentine’s Day   Although you show your furry friend just how much you love them every day, Valentine’s Day gives you the opportunity to shower them with even more adoration. While your pet cannot have...

3 Ways to Tell When Your Pet Needs Their First Dental Cleaning   Every pet is different, and so is the time frame in which they need their teeth cleaned. However, here are three signs that mean your four-legged friend would benefit from a...

If your dog is coughing, it’s important to know how to handle canine influenza. Get tips on how to protect your pet from this illness.

Wondering how much exercise your pet needs each day? Here’s what you need to know based on their breed and size.