Degenerative joint disease in dogs
Degenerative joint disease (DJD) is a broad term used to describe a number of medical conditions in dogs that result in joint pain, including osteoarthritis, hip dysplasia and inflammatory joint disease. It's a ...more
Why the wings of your bird should be clipped
Birds that are allowed unrestricted freedom in the home can encounter numerous physical dangers or toxins; therefore, wing clipping is recommended. The goal of clipping the wings is not to make the bird incapable of ...more
Cats and cancer
Cancer is one of the most important causes of illness and death in cats although cats develop cancer only half as often as dogs. Unfortunately, a cat’s chances of developing cancer increase with age. Why cancer ...more
First aid for pets
It's important to be well informed about first aid for pets, in the event your pet suffers a minor injury. Remember, it's always best to check with your vet if your pet has an accident, but these are some home remedies ...more
Keeping your pet's paws safe in the winter
Q: Why do dogs hop on salt? Does it sting their paws?
S. C., New York, N.Y.
A:Salt really can sting your dogs' paws. Also, the snow and ice sometimes gets imbedded ...more
