Dog Health
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Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z Fleas 101 Fleas are hardy and can transmit tapeworms and bacteria causing the bubonic plague. Let Dr. Ruth MacPete tell you what else they can do. Read More > |
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Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z 5 Ways To Ease Pet Arthritis (Part I) Read More > |
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Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z Eye Ulcers: A Common Condition in Boxers and Other Adult Dogs Indolent ulcers or Boxer ulcers are, as you might expect, very common in the Boxer breed. Learn why these ulcers are called "lazy." Read More > |
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Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z Skin Fold Dermatitis in Dogs: Can Those Adorable Ruffles Cause Problems? All those skin folds are sure adorable, but learn how a ruffled dog is at risk of serious skin problems and what you can do. Read More > |
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Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z P.U.! The Lowdown On Pet Odors What's that smell? Dr. Ruth MacPete admits that sometimes, pets just don't smell that great. Read More > |
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Dog Checkups & Preventive Care Don't Run Your Dog Into The Ground! Pet Dangers and Running With Your Dog Heat stroke, pad abrasions and soreness are just some of the risks of over-exerting your dog. Learn where the line is. Read More > |
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Dog Behavior Can You Tell What Your Dog Is Feeling? Back in 1964, Dr. Niels Bolwig, a pioneer in behavioral biology, described the facial expressions of dogs and their corresponding emotions. Read More > |
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Dog Diet & Nutrition Obesity, Pets, and Nutrition It has been estimated that up to 50% of dogs and cats in this country are overweight or, worse yet, obese. Read More > |
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Dog Checkups & Preventive Care Protect Your Pet From The Sun! Most dogs and cats have hair that protects them from sun damage. However, hairless cat and dog breeds, like the Sphynx and Mexican Hairless dog, respectively, are highly susceptible to sunburns and skin cancer. Read More > |
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End-of-Life Support & Grieving Dogs The "New" Pet: When Is The Right Time? When discussing the idea of getting another pet after the loss of a former one, I’ve heard it all. Nothing surprises me any more. The sentiments are usually those of “not now,” and I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard “never again!” Read More > |