Dog, Cat and Pet Health Tips

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  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...

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  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...

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  By Hannah Shaw   First-time parents are familiar with trying to answer the question, “why is the baby crying?” But this question becomes even more challenging when the baby is of a different species—a...

Jennifer Coates, DVM

By Jennifer Coates, DVM   Allergies are on the rise in people, and nobody is exactly sure why. Maybe it’s because we no longer have to continuously battle parasites and germs, which leaves our immune systems...

Jennifer Coates, DVM

By Jennifer Coates, DVM   Cats have only a few ways to show us that their ears are bothering them. The most common symptoms of ear problems – scratching and head shaking – can be caused by many different...

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  By Paula Fitzsimmons   The condition of your cat’s skin and coat is about more than just appearances–it’s also a reflection of your feline’s health. Building a strong foundation that includes sound nutrition,...

Jessica Vogelsang, DVM

By Jessica Vogelsang, DVM   After an unusually wet winter, this spring promises many things: amazing wildflowers, tall grasses and plenty of ticks. Ticks are more than just gross: they transmit a variety...

Laurie Hess, DVM, DABVP

By Laurie Hess, DVM, Diplomate ABVP (Avian Practice)   Birds of all kinds are increasingly popular as pets. Statistics from a survey completed by the American Pet Products Association in 2011 show that...