Dog, Cat and Pet Health Tips

PetMD Editorial

  By Monica Weymouth   As your dog enters his golden years, some things will inevitably change. He’ll still be your best friend, of course, and the vacuum will always be Public Enemy Number One. But just...

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By Victoria Schade   You’ve got a new puppy, which probably means you’ve also got quite a few questions about your furry housemate. Some of your pup’s behaviors can be mystifying. Like, why is the puppy...

PetMD Editorial

By Aly Semigran    Newborn puppies: they’re small, they’re cute, and they’re downright fascinating.   The first few days of a puppy’s life may not be action-packed (it’s a whole lot of sleeping, eating,...

PetMD Editorial

  By Maura McAndrew   It’s fairly standard in this day and age for pets to be on regular medication. Many of our pets take a monthly heartworm pill and flea and tick prevention, and if you have a senior...

PetMD Editorial

  By Paula Fitzsimmons   When was the last time you changed your cat’s litterbox or cleaned your dog’s food bowls with soap and water? Pets make our lives full, but they can also make them messy and dirty....

PetMD Editorial

  By Monica Weymouth   Cats are notoriously mysterious creatures. While a dog aims to please, our feline friends have a more curious agenda.   We love that cats play by their own rules, but it would be...

PetMD Editorial

  By Monica Weymouth   Catnip is like magic. Toss a sachet of the good stuff kitty’s way, and he’s in for a wild afternoon. But what is it about catnip that elicits such high-decibel purrs? How safe is...

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by Cheryl Lock   Rabbits are one of the most fun pets you can have. With their adorable features, quirky personalities, and their ability to be litter trained, bunnies can make ideal companions.   While...

PetMD Editorial

  By Aly Semigran   From the moment they are born, kittens have a unique set of needs to grow and thrive into healthy, socialized cats. Here are 10 interesting, must-know facts about newborn kittens from...

PetMD Editorial

  By Hannah Shaw   Playtime is an essential component of kitten development, but some toys can pose health hazards. Here are six dangerous kitten toys you should avoid.   Nothing is more exciting to the...