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Behind the Scenes: What Your Pet's Overnight Vet Visit Is Like

So your beloved pet needs to spend the night at the animal hospital. Who will it be harder on? You or your pet? Depending on the type of hospital you are admitting your fur baby to, she may have a variety...

Nervous Dog? Your Behavior Might Be the Cause

PetMD Editorial

What makes a dog nervous? Some dogs are very anxious and nervous to begin with, while others are nervous due to their owners being stressed and anxious themselves. The environment that a dog is raised...

Why it Pays to be a Cat Lady: Studies Show Female Cat Owners Benefit the Most from Having a Pet

PetMD Editorial

By definition, a “cat lady” is a single woman who owns many pet cats. They may have problems relating to other human beings, and may substitute cats for personal relationships with other people. You may...

Why Pets Are So Important for People with Mental Illness

Jennifer Coates, DVM

As pet parents, we all know how important animals are to our own physical and mental wellbeing. In fact, research shows that pets have a way of keeping people and communities strong. But a recently-released...

Canine Influenza Vaccination: Does Your Dog Need It?

PetMD Editorial

Living in the Northeast, there are those of us that dread the snow, ice and frigid temperatures while others can’t wait to frolic in the fresh powder or bundle up for some sledding. We will remain split...

The Cone of Shame: Why E-Collars Get a Bad Rap (But Are So Important)

PetMD Editorial

“Is that really necessary?” “Does he really need that thing?” “But we will watch him!” Regarding e-collar use, I’ve heard it all. Although they may seem extreme and look ridiculous, e-collars play a very...

How to Make a Vet Appointment: Tips From the Other Side of the Desk

PetMD Editorial

Taking your pet to the doctor is not only stressful for you, but for your pet too. You have to arrange your schedule and make time to care for your beloved fur baby, deal with the financial responsibility...