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One of the most common complaints from pet owners is that their pets are destructive or disruptive when they are left alone. Dogs may bark, howl, chew, dig, defecate or urinate. Although these behaviors are often a sign that dogs need to be housebroken or crate trained, they can also indicate that a dog is suffering from stress and anxiety.

How to Keep Your Cat Safe When Outdoors The outdoors can be a dangerous place for cats. Speeding cars, deadly predators, and toxic plants and chemicals could sicken or even kill your furry friend. Fortunately, your cat can safely enjoy a little outdoor time with your help. 9 Ways to Protect Your Cat Creating a safe, positive outdoor experience for

How Will You Celebrate National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week in November? Our country’s animal shelters provide a valuable service to pets and the people who love them. Every year, shelters find homes for more than 4 million unwanted animals, according to the ASPCA. National Animal Shelter Week, held from November 6 – 12, is the perfect time to honor your

“Heart conditions can be inherited in dogs as they are in people. Dogs can also be victims of cancer, tick-borne diseases, autoimmune conditions, arthritis, liver, or kidney disease, thyroid disease, irritable bowel syndrome, and even diabetes,” indicates Norma Bennett Woolf, editor of Dog Owner’s Guide: Canine Diabetes. Your pet could be at risk for diabetes and in need of medical attention

How to Choose Safe Blankets for Pets Warmth isn’t the only consideration when picking a blanket for your furry friend. Safety and practicality also play an important role in your decision. Keeping these tips in mind when shopping for pet blankets will help you make the best choice. Stay Away from Loose Weaves, Knits, and Embellishments You may enjoy a

Are You Making These Common Mistakes with Your Cat? Cats offer so much to their companions yet want little in return – a cozy place to sleep (preferably on you), tasty food, and a few toys. As your cat’s human guardian, it’s only natural to want to make your favorite feline’s life as comfortable and happy as possible. Although you

Heartworm is a long, string-like parasitic worm that has the scientific name Dirofilaria immitis. It earns its common name by living in the host’s heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Heartworm can cause severe lung disease, heart failure, organ damage, and death. It is transmitted only through mosquitoes to a variety of species including dogs, cats, ferrets, wolves, foxes, ferrets, sea lions,

Worried About Your Pet’s Behavioral Problem? How Your Veterinarian Can Help Life becomes much more stressful if your dog won’t stop barking at everyone who passes by your window, or your cat decides your shoes make a good litter box. Fortunately, your veterinarian can help you determine why your pet’s behavior changed and offer helpful solutions. 5 Ways Your Veterinarian

Tips For Effectively Administering Pet Medication Trying to slip a pill between your pet’s clenched teeth just might be one of the hardest pet-related tasks you’ll ever perform. The experience can be difficult and frustrating for both of you and may prevent your pet from receiving much-needed medication. These tips can make the process much easier and less stressful. Follow

Many diseases of people also occur in pets. A problem that is common in people, dogs, and cats is heart disease. While these disorders have some things in common, many ailments of the heart in pets are completely different than what occurs in people. Recent surveys have shown that 11% of all dogs have heart disease, and up to 20%