By Jessie M Sanders, DVM, CertAqV A fish pond can be a grand addition to any home. Koi are one of the most commonly kept pet fish for large, outdoor ponds. Originating from grass carp, generations of...
By Cheryl Lock If you or your child are interested in taking home a snake as a pet, but not quite as interested in dealing with a pet that can grow to be humongous, there may be a compromise. While larger...
By Jennifer Coates, DVM Who knew rats could be so amazing? Now that rats have stolen your heart, you want yours to have everything they need to be happy. Read on for what you need to know about putting...
By Monica Weymouth If you’ve ever injured your knee—even just a simple twist—you understand how debilitating the pain can be. Unfortunately, many of our pups know the feeling all too well. The good...
By Cheryl Lock Anyone who has ever owned a dog can tell you: our canine companions are way more than just pets. “From the time we bring home a puppy that is a furry bundle of joy, dogs become part...
By Monica Weymouth Mysterious creatures by nature, cats are especially cryptic when it comes to using their litter boxes—or, as is sometimes the case, not using their litter boxes. Have a kitty with...
By Helen Anne Travis Even the most well-behaved cats can’t help but wreak havoc on our furniture. It’s not their fault they think our couches are giant scratching posts. Fortunately, there are ways...
By John Gilpatrick Fleas are extremely unwelcome intruders for pet and owner alike. When these pesky little biters make their way onto your pet and into your home, it takes some heavy duty stuff to get them gone. But what happens if your pet’s flea medication proves fruitless? Or worse, what if a flea medication causes your pet to experience unfortunate side effects? What are...
By Maura McAndrew There’s a reason the term is “scaredy-cat” and not “scaredy-dog”: cats are sensitive creatures, the pets we most tend to associate with timidity. But it’s important to recognize that...
By Kate Hughes As with most feline ailments, recognizing when there is a problem is the first step in diagnosing and treating eye infections in cats. But, since many kitties can be very private—even...