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Advances in science have enabled the decoding of several animals’ DNA. Knowing the genome of a species has enabled medical professionals to detect some diseases that have a genetic basis. But it also has other uses, even in the criminal justice system. The Veterinary Genetics Laboratory Forensic Unit at the University of California, Davis is the first accredited crime lab

Is Your Pet’s First Aid Kit Fully Stocked? You never know when an accident or health emergency may happen when you have a pet. Keeping a first aid kit fully stocked will ensure you’re ready if trouble strikes. What Should I Include in the First Aid Kit? Add these essentials to your pet’s first aid kit: Does your dog have

Nail Trimming Do’s and Don’ts Nail trimming should be a quick, simple procedure. Unfortunately, this basic grooming task often turns into a stressful experience for people and pets alike. Whether you’re concerned about hurting your pet or aren’t sure which tools to use, these tips may help make nail trimming much more pleasant for both you and your pet. Set

Does Your Cat Have an Overgrooming Problem? Grooming keeps your cat’s fur clean, shiny, and spreads moisturizing oils throughout your furry friend’s coat. Although grooming is essential for your cat’s health and comfort, overgrooming can irritate your furry friend’s skin and lead to hair loss and open sores. What Causes Excessive Grooming? Cats become obsessed with grooming for several reasons,

Each year, nearly 8 million animals end up in local shelters. Of those 8 million pets, data shows that less than 20 percent of lost dogs and less than 2 percent of missing cats are ever returned to their original owners. Thankfully, there are some useful tools available to help pet owners who have lost their pets find them again

How and When to Introduce Solid Food to Your Kitten Although kittens are initially dependent on their mothers for everything, those wriggling bundles of fur are ready to try solid food for the first time in just a few weeks. If you’re not sure when you should offer your kitten solid food, you’ll want to take a look at our

Just like humans, furry family members need to have company, playmates and social interactions to be happy. Sometimes it’s hard to remember that our family pets are animals first and family second. We typically look at the benefits of pets in homes from the standpoint of work and expense involved. But are there benefits to having more than one pet

How to Celebrate National Senior Pet Month After a long life well-lived, your older pet certainly deserves a month in its honor. Luckily, the nation agrees. In fact, November is National Senior Pet Month, a month dedicated to pampering and appreciating all senior pets. Not sure how to celebrate this important month? Try a few of these suggestions: Do you

Your new family member may be furry with whiskers and a tail, or have scales, hooves or even wings. If you’re the proud new owner of a new pet, chances are you’ll have best results integrating your new pet into your family when you include a veterinarian on your team. “Having a new pet isn’t like having a new toy,”

How to Keep Your Cat at a Healthy Weight Overweight or obese cats are at risk for a variety of health problems that could end their lives prematurely. Gaining even a few pounds could increase your pet’s chances of developing conditions ranging from arthritis to heart disease and diabetes. Following these tips will help your furry friend maintain a healthy