Dogs

Do you know the difference between a preventive care plan and insurance? Learn what it is and what each one can do for you.

At the time of adoption or perhaps during your first visit to the veterinary clinic with your male puppy, you may be informed that your new family member has a condition called cryptorchidism.

This bacteria is all around your dog, learn when it can turn into a deadly threat.

Cancer is a difficult diagnosis, but even more difficult can be the treatment. Click here to learn Dr. Ruth MacPete's tips to help get you through.

Most people are well aware of the pain kidney stones cause in humans, now learn what they do to pets.

Congratulations! You have a new puppy! If it has been some time since you had a puppy, you may be surprised to learn that, just as with raising a baby, recommendations can change quickly. Much has changed over the last few years when it comes to raising a new puppy. I always recommend that the first outing for your puppy should be to your veterinarian. That way, you’re off to a good start and can continue on a path of lifelong health.

One of the most disheartening diagnoses a vet can encounter is osteosarcoma. It’s a painful and aggressive form of bone cancer that has an affinity for growing within the leg bones of large and giant-breed dogs. Although older dogs are primarily affected, dogs of all ages can develop osteosarcoma.

What is thirdhand smoke? Learn what this new term means for your pet.

If your dog has recently been bandaged, you may have questions about maintenance. Learn how to keep a bandage clean and effective.

Cancer affects a staggering number of animals and is one of the leading causes of death among pets. Click here for important answers about cancer in dogs.