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Chocolate, Macadamia nuts, avocados…these foods may sound delicious to you, but they’re actually quite dangerous for our animal companions. Our nutrition experts have put together a handy list of the

Overview Hyperthyroidism is the most common hormonal disorder diagnosed in cats. It occurs when a tumor develops in the thyroid gland, located in your cat’s neck, and causes an excessive production

 By Dr. Jeff Werber, DVM: an Emmy Award-winning, nationally renowned veterinarian and former president of the Association of Veterinary Communicators. I have the privilege of working with a number of rescue

Reducing the Risks of Canine Obesity Obesity is the most common nutritional disease of dogs.  Experts estimate that 25 to 50 percent of all dogs are overweight. Obesity prevention and weight

The Old Way: Conflict and Coercion We've all heard advice that relates dog behavior to wolf social behavior: "Always eat before your dog and go through doorways first because that's what

The health of your pet can change rapidly as he or she ages. Beginning at around age 7, your pet enters his or her senior years. At this stage, pets often

Sheldon Rubin, DVM Past President American Heartworm Society What is heartworm disease? Heartworm disease, prevalent in all 50 states, is serious and potentially fatal, primarily affecting dogs, cats, and ferrets. Adult heartworms

The treatment your veterinarian and their technicians provide is worth the price you must pay. Often you're finishing up with the doctor when the receptionist delivers the good news: The