Health
Whether it’s preventative care, management of a chronic condition, or treatment of illness or injury, managing your pet’s health is one of the most important parts of pet ownership.
What’s new
August 20, 2025
About diabetes mellitus
Successfully managing your diabetic pet’s health is possible with insulin therapy, the correct diet, and exercise.
August 18, 2024
September is dog tick season
The weather is beautiful, fall is just around the corner … and it’s peak season for ticks.
July 9, 2024
Tick Talk
Use our tick identifier to select a tick and learn about what it looks like, where it lives, and what risks it might pose to your pet.
December 13, 2023
About diabetes mellitus
Successfully managing your diabetic pet’s health is possible with insulin therapy, the correct diet, and exercise.
October 20, 2023
Caring for a senior pet
Cats and dogs may need special attention as they age, so it helps to understand what to expect as your pet gets older.
September 28, 2023
Dealing with your pet’s allergies
Just like humans, pets can suffer from allergies. A variety of irritants can bring on an allergic reaction in a cat or dog.
September 28, 2023
Five things you may not know about leptospriosis
Leptospirosis is an infectious disease that can pose a risk to both you and your pets
September 7, 2023
Why dogs and cats need heartworm protection
Why dogs and cats need heartworm protection Heartworm – you’ve probably heard the term, but what’s it all about, exactly? And why is prevention so important?
February 13, 2023
What’s new about dog flu?
Dog flu is a highly contagious respiratory disease. Learn about the illness and how to protect your dog.
February 13, 2023
Checking for fleas on cats and dogs
Fleas can be difficult to find. Figure out how you can spot them even in the fluffiest pets.
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December 21, 2022
Five signs of Lyme disease
Lyme disease has been found in every state, and dogs, with their love of the outdoors, are a prime target
December 21, 2022
Eye problems in cats and dogs
Learn the signs of eye inflammation in your pet and what might be causing it.
December 21, 2022
Checking for and removing ticks
Learn the right way to safely check and remove ticks from your dog or cat.
December 12, 2022
Breaking the flea life cycle
Keep your pet and your home flea-free by treating your pets and targeting places where fleas like to hide.
December 12, 2022
The Problem with Fleas
These small pests can cause big hassles for you and your pets.
December 12, 2022
Why won’t my pet stop scratching?
Understand the common causes of scratching in dogs and cats.
December 12, 2022
What to do when Fluffy has fleas
Get tips on how to spot fleas and what to do if you find them.
December 12, 2022
How often should a cat go to the veterinarian?
Cats may be independent, but they still need visits to the veterinarian to stay healthy.
December 12, 2022
Dealing with diarrhea in pets
Get help with this unpleasant (but nearly inevitable) part of life with pets.
December 12, 2022
Q&A: Distemper in dogs and cats
Get the facts about this potentially deadly viral disease that can affect dogs and cats.
December 9, 2022
Incontinence in pets
There are a variety of reasons why a pet loses control of its bladder. Learn what they are and why they may be happening.
December 9, 2022
Handling a diabetes emergency
If you’ve got a diabetic pet, here’s how to be prepared if an emergency arises.
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