Feline Calicivirus: A Cat Upper Respiratory Infection

Calicivirus and other feline URIs are highly contagious infections that can result in mild to severe clinical signs (especially in immunosuppressed or very young kittens).

When to Consider Euthanasia for Your Dog or Cat

The special relationship that exists between pets and people is a strong bond that has undoubtedly existed since the ancient domestication of animals, but it has only relatively recently been studied and fully appreciated for its emotional and physical benefits. Pets are an important part of our lives. They can influence who we are and add depth to our experiences. Increasingly, pets are not just animals who live with us but who also share our lives.

Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC) in Pets: A Blood Clotting Disorder

Patients don’t develop DIC as a primary cause. It’s not a disease that occurs by itself; rather, DIC is a complication that is seen as a result of secondary underlying causes in the body. With DIC, the body is unable to clot normally.

Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism in Dogs

Thyroid disorders are more common in middle aged and older dogs. As with most organs the most common problems with the thyroid in dogs are either too much activity, or not enough activity

The Vet Files: Why Is My Cat Suddenly Peeing on the Floor?

A friend and cat lover recalls: "My cat, Catnip, peed on the floor! At first, I was so mad at him. I locked him up in the basement with his litter box, food and water. The urine looked a little red, but I was convinced he was fine since he was acting normally otherwise

11 New Year's Resolutions From Your Pet

We're going through eleven of our favorite pet-inspired New Year's resolutions!

A Veterinarian’s Top 5 New Year’s Resolution Recommendations

So you’ve made your New Year’s resolutions and you’re ready to start fresh in 2014. But have you thought about making New Year’s resolution for your pets? Our pets also deserve to be fit and to live healthy lives. So, to help our furry friends start out on the right paw, here are some suggested pet-friendly New Year’s resolutions.