By Helen Anne Travis Even the biggest feline fan will admit cats sometimes do things that are a little...curious. “They’re not as easy to understand as dogs,” says Dr. Shian Simms, vice president of...
Reviewed and updated for accuracy on May 28, 2020 by Katie Grzyb, DVM Whether it’s rainy, snowy, or dusty outside, we have to take our dogs for walks. In winter, this might mean the risk of irritation...
By Kate Hughes Cats are mercurial, finicky creatures, but the people who love them want to snuggle them anyway. Cat owners work hard to form a bond with their feline friends. This is easier with...
By Cheryl Lock If you’re looking for a fun amphibian friend that doesn’t require a ton of care, a frog may be the right pet for you. That’s not to say that all frog species are easy to care for — some...
By John Gilpatrick When your dog starts to get up there in age, he slows down. Maybe he withdraws a bit. He might put on some weight—or lose some, depending on his eating and exercise habits and his...
By Kate Hughes One of the greatest days in a person’s life is the day they bring a tiny, adorable ball of kitteny fluff into their homes. While cats are a relatively easy pet to care for, it is imperative...
By John Gilpatrick The unconditional love dogs show their owners is a constant source of joy. And it’s reliable: Dog owners know they can walk through the door after a long day at work and have their...
Curious cats will play with anything. If you dropped it, chances are they will find it and think it’s the greatest toy ever. Usually, that’s really entertaining to watch—as long as they don’t eat it. ...
By Heather Larson Knowing what health issues your dog is susceptible to gives you the chance to catch a malady early when you have ample time to modify it. When the issue concerns the heart, you can...
By Jessie M Sanders, DVM, CertAqV Planning and developing your tank environment by taking all biome contributors into consideration will make the healthiest home for your new pets, and the best home...