A young cat is particularly susceptible to nutritional imbalances and feeding errors, and dietary habits established after weaning in many ways determine the future health status of a cat. Therefore pet owners must be aware of the unique nutritional requirements of their cats.

For generations of pets, the annual booster vaccination has become a ritual – Fido goes to the clinic to get his inoculations and an exam that is considered a byproduct of the “shot visit” by many owners. These days, for convenience and budgets, some owners forego the exam and take Fido or Fluffy to a pet supply store or a low-cost clinic for a jab of protection against rabies, distemper, parvovirus, and other canine diseases.

Children do not respond to death as adults do. Their normal reactions are much more natural, curious and varied, until that is changed by the adult world. How the child responds will depend on the strength of the bond with the pet, as well as the child’s age and developmental stage. Always keep in mind [...]

Cats havenatural behaviors and desires that you want to accommodate: hunting, pouncing, scratching, jumping, climbing, exploring, running, bird- and squirrel-watching, and sleeping. And, of course, eating good food, drinking fresh water, and using a clean, well-situated litter box.

As mom to rescue dogs Karoo and Rumi, actress Hilary Swank knows a thing or two about welcoming adopted pets into the family.

Does your dog fall into any of the following categories? Unruly Dogs, Hyperactive – the batteries never run down, Jumping up – jack-in-the-box syndrome, Play biting/mouthing – piranha puppy?

We have seen a high interest for the Red Headed Agama due to the recent press release of the Spider-man Lizard.

Just like adults, children become attached to their pets. In some cases, the bond is stronger, so losing that pet can be devastating. It will probably be a child’s first experience dealing with the death of a loved one.

Invasive species are putting major strains on our environment, our pocketbooks and our health, new studies suggest, and our nation’s demand for exotic pets may be to blame.

For our veterinary patients, autumn is a time of seasonal challenges