According to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), heart disease in dogs affects 1 of every 10 dogs worldwide. Dog heart disease is a condition in which an abnormality of the heart is present. Heart disease in dogs can lead …
The pet food business is big these days, as you can tell from the amount of advertising that you see regarding pet foods. But just like anything else, some of that marketing is hype, without any science behind it. One …
Litterbox use problems in cats can be diverse and complex. There are many reasons why a cat might stop using their litter box consistently. Sometimes it is due to things going on in the environment such as a conflict between …
Regular heartworm prevention for dogs and cats – usually on a monthly basis (or according to medication instructions) – is crucial to avoid severe medical issues that can result from heartworms. The American Heartworm Society (www.heartwormsociety.org) recommends year-round administration of …
National Pet Week® celebrates the pets that enrich our lives and encourages responsible pet care every day of the year. Created by the American Veterinary Medical Association, it is observed during the first full week of May each year. Whether …
One of the more common and easily prevented heart diseases is heartworms. This disease affects dogs, cats, ferrets and many other wildlife species. Heartworm disease is a serious and potentially fatal condition that affects dogs, cats, and up to 30 other …
Heart disease doesn’t necessarily mean one specific type of condition but encompasses a wide range of heart-related problems that can affect your cat or dog. While there are several heart diseases that your cat or dog can contract or develop, …
For any pet owner, seeing your dog or cat in a state of itching is always troubling. Itching may be caused by a variety of things, such as mites, infection, or fleas. But one of the more common causes is …