by Wailani Sung MS. PhD, DVM, DACVBCats purr for many reasons—not just happiness. Purring can signal contentment, stress, a desire for attention, or even illness, depending on the situation and your cat’s body language.That soft, rumbling sound is one of the most...
by Sandra C. Mitchell DVM, DABVPIt’s a common scenario—one that you’ve probably experienced before.You’re on a walk or hike with your dog. You look down, and before you know it, your dog is rolling around on something. And it happens to be poop. Your dog rolled in...
Some dogs, like Labrador Retrievers, Newfoundlands, and Pekingese tend to shed a lot. Others, like Dachshunds, Poodles, and Border Terriers may seem to be almost shed-free. There are reasons why some dogs shed and others don’t shed at all. But how do you deal with dog...
by Melissa Bolden, DVMreviewed by Brittany Kleszynski, DVMPollen allergies in dogs are a common form of environmental allergy that can cause itching, skin inflammation, sneezing, and ear infections—especially during high-pollen seasons like spring and fall. These...
by Richard HardyFlying can be stressful for humans and our pets, it could be worse. Remember that jittery feeling in your stomach the first time you flew? Now, multiply it by ten and that is what our furry friends feel when they are airborne. Pets like cats and dogs...
