Dog, Cat and Pet Health Tips

Small dogs like Boston Terriers, French Bulldogs, Pekingese, and Lhasa Apsos (pictured here) are cute and cuddly. However, they are also prone to certain health concerns. Promote a healthier lifestyle...

9 Ways You Can Be the BEST New Pet Parent on the Block

PetMD Editorial

Congratulations on your decision to adopt a pet. You'll come to experience so many wonderful feelings with your dog or cat – and at other times wonder what they are thinking! Fortunately, petMD has created...

Does Your Dog Food Have these 6 Vegetables?

Lorie Huston, DVM

By Lorie Huston, DVM Veggies are a top food group for people, but do they have value for pets? Of course they do! Here’s a list of some of the best vegetables to look for in dog foods today. These sweet...

10 Tips for Creating a Stress-Free Environment for Your Cat

Lorie Huston, DVM

By Lorie Huston, DVM It may be strange to think that your cat might suffer from anxiety. However, a stressed out cat is much more common than you’d think. Even worse, stress and anxiety can affect your...

10 Signs Your Cat Might Be Stressed

PetMD Editorial

Stress can make anyone a little crazy, even our cats. The tricky part is while the anxiety and fear associated with stress affects our cats in much the same way it does us, most cats tend to hide and mask...

5 Cat Food Storage Mistakes You DON’T Want to Make

PetMD Editorial

“How you handle [cat] food once you have it at home can make a big difference in how long it remains fresh and maintains its ideal nutritional profile,” says Dr. Jennifer Coates. The following are five...

5 Dog Food Storage Mistakes You DON’T Want to Make

PetMD Editorial

“How you handle [dry] dog food once you have it at home can make a big difference in how long it remains fresh and maintains its ideal nutritional profile,” says Dr. Jennifer Coates. The following are...

Dry vs. Canned Cat Food: Which is the Best for Your Pet?

PetMD Editorial

Do you feed your cat dry food, canned food, or a little bit of both? Both canned and dry cat foods can be excellent sources of balanced nutrition. Often the decision boils down to you and your pet's preferences....

3 Puppy Teething Tips That Will Save Your Stuff

PetMD Editorial

Puppy teething can be a difficult time for both you and your puppy. However, there are steps you can take to alleviate the challenge of puppy teething and mouthing to protect both your household and your...

Does Your Stressed Cat Really Have a Dangerous Urinary Issue?

Lorie Huston, DVM

By Lorie Huston, DVM Stress affects our cats in much the same way it affects us. What's most disconcerting, however, is that when your cat is stressed or anxious, it can impact his or her health. Even...