Is a House Call Vet Right for You?
Jan 31, 2011 by Dr. Jennifer Coates One of the things I hear most frequently from cat owners is how much their pets hate visiting the veterinary hospital. I try not to take this personally. After all, I don’t…
DIY Dog Care: How to Give Your Dog an At-Home Spa Day
By Dogster Nov 15, 2013 After a hard, dirty day of chasing squirrels, nothing soothes the not-so-savage beast like a nice, relaxing bath. But if you’re like me, even spelling out the “b”-word is enough to send my two pups, Daisy…
Daylight Saving Time: How ‘Falling Back’ Can Mess With Your Dog’s Head
By DogsterNov 04, 2013 On Sunday morning it was time for us to "fall back," adjusting our clocks one hour backward to segue out of Daylight Saving Time and back to Standard Time. Does that extra hour affect our pets? You…
Pets That Come Equipped With Costumes
The cuteness of animals is often enhanced by a costume, but pet owners know that our furry friends don't usually agree. Most pets are not hot on the idea of being paraded around in a silly outfit while everyone else giggles…
Pug’s ‘Wrecking Ball’ Halloween Costume Goes Viral
By Kelli BenderOct 22nd 2013 Maybe you're a little overwhelmed with all the Miley Cyrus noise and news that has been bombarding the world recently, but prepare to become all right with Miss Cyrus again. Thanks to her, you…
Pet Health Risk: Another Reason to Stop Dogs From Eating Poop!
By petMDOct 7th 2013 Check out this case study I just came across. For six months, a one-year-old, 50 pound, female, spayed, mixed breed dog had been routinely urinating large amounts of light-colored urine in her sleep. She was…
6 Solutions for Dog’s Separation Anxiety
By petMD (Dec 13th 2013) Separation anxiety is a feeling of nervousness, fear, or panic that develops when a dog is unable to be in contact with his or her caregivers. Often, symptoms of mild separation anxiety are missed by owners,…
5 Ways to Help Keep Pets Happy During the Holidays
The holiday season is upon us, which means parties and presents and endless festivities. But the change in schedule can also mean an increase in stress, for you and your pets. As the errands and invitations pile up, it can…
Pet Danger Myths Debunked
Most pet owners will admit that while their animal companions are wonderful, intelligent and talented, they can sometimes be a little confusing. And by a little, we mean a lot. Thankfully, there are experts who can help us better…
The Latest Trends in Pet Products
Pet parents spend billions annually on furry family members. And, if you are looking to spoil your fur kids, there’s no shortage of fabulous new gadgets and gizmos, interactive toys and games, and droolicious treats. About 900 new products debuted…