Webvet Editorial Team

Webvet Editorial Team

The Webvet Editorial Team is the in-house group of pet-care editors and writers behind Webvet, operated by Smart Pet Collective. The team researches, writes, and maintains Webvet's pet health, behavior, and medication content. Every article follows a defined editorial process: research from reputable veterinary and scientific sources, careful drafting, mandatory review of medical content by a credentialed veterinarian, and dated publication. Health and medication articles are medically reviewed by a licensed veterinary professional before they go live and are kept current over time.

Articles by Webvet Editorial Team

A Samoyed eating a bowl of JustFoodForDogs fresh food
Nutrition & Diet

JustFoodForDogs Feeding Guide: How Much to Feed (+ Calculator)

One consolidated JustFoodForDogs feeding guide: verified calories for the core Fresh Frozen, Pantry Fresh and JustFresh recipes, daily portions by dog weight, and how to use the brand's official calculator.

A young doodle leaping for a bowl of JustFoodForDogs fresh food
Nutrition & Diet

JustFoodForDogs Puppy Food: A Complete Feeding Guide

Which JustFoodForDogs recipes are safe for puppies? A practical guide to the brand's meals formulated to meet AAFCO growth profiles, large-breed considerations, portions by age, real monthly costs, and a gentle transition plan.

A cat sitting on a rumpled white bed with crumpled blankets and sheets, looking up at the camera in a sunlit bedroom
Urinary & Kidney

Why Is My Cat Peeing on the Bed? A Vet-Reviewed Guide

If your cat is peeing on the bed, it is not spite. It is usually a medical problem, stress, or an unhappy litter box, and the bed gets targeted for a specific reason. Here is how to find the cause and stop it.

A relaxed tabby cat kneading its front paws on a person's lap, eyes half-closed and content
Behavior & Training

Why Does My Cat Knead Me? 6 Vet-Backed Reasons

Cat kneading (aka "making biscuits") usually means your cat feels safe, bonded, and content. Here is what each behavior means, when it is normal, and the rare signs worth a vet visit.

A relaxed tabby cat being gently stroked on the cheek by a person's hand, with the cat's ears upright and forward
Behavior & Training

Why Does My Cat Bite Me When I Pet Her? A Vet Explains

Those sudden nips mid-cuddle usually mean your cat is overstimulated, not angry. Learn the warning signals cats give before they bite, how to pet without triggering a bite, and when a sudden change calls for a vet visit.

A relaxed adult cat curled up asleep on a person's chest as they lie on a couch, eyes closed and paws tucked in
Behavior & Training

Why Does My Cat Sleep on Me? 7 Reasons, Explained by Vets

When your cat curls up on your chest or settles between your legs at night, it usually means warmth, safety, and trust. Here is what each sleeping spot signals, when a sudden change is worth watching, and how to gently reclaim your space.

A senior tabby cat standing on a hardwood floor right beside an open, low-sided litter box in a quiet corner of a home
Digestive Health

Cat Pooping Outside the Litter Box? 8 Vet-Backed Reasons

When a cat starts pooping outside the litter box, it is rarely spite. More often it is constipation, painful arthritis that makes climbing in hard, megacolon, or a box your cat has quietly come to dislike. A vet sorts the medical causes from the behavioral ones.

An adult tabby cat sitting on a windowsill with its mouth open mid-meow, looking up toward its owner
Behavior & Training

Why Does My Cat Meow So Much? A Vet Explains Normal vs. Concerning

Some meowing is normal cat conversation; a sudden spike can signal pain, hyperthyroidism, or feline dementia. Here is how to tell the difference and when to call your vet.

A relaxed tabby cat licking its owner's hand while resting in their lap
Behavior & Training

Why Does My Cat Lick Me? 8 Reasons (and When to Worry)

If your cat licks you, it usually means affection, social bonding, and trust, though it can sometimes point to stress or a skin issue. Here are 8 reasons cats lick people, why some lick then bite, and when it is worth a vet visit.

A domestic shorthair cat squatting to urinate on a beige carpet just beside an open litter box in a home hallway
Urinary & Kidney

Why Is My Cat Peeing Outside the Litter Box? A Vet's Guide

A cat peeing outside the litter box is almost always a sign that something is wrong, from a painful urinary problem to stress at home. A vet explains every cause, the emergency red flags, and how to fix it.

A relaxed tabby cat sitting upright with its tail curled, ears forward, and eyes half-closed, displaying calm and content body language
Behavior & Training

Cat Body Language: What Your Cat Is Telling You

Cats say a lot without making a sound. This vet-reviewed guide decodes cat body language head to tail, so you can read your cat's tail, ears, eyes, whiskers, and posture and know exactly how they feel.

A relaxed adult dog trotting close behind its owner's heels through a sunlit living room, looking up attentively
Behavior & Training

Why Does My Dog Follow Me Everywhere? A Vet-Reviewed Guide

Dogs follow their people for love, food, instinct, and curiosity, but constant shadowing can sometimes signal anxiety or illness. Here is how to tell normal velcro-dog behavior from a real problem, and exactly when to call your vet.

A healthy adult dog calmly nibbling a few blades of fresh green grass in a sunny backyard
Behavior & Training

Why Does My Dog Eat Grass? Vet Reasons and When to Worry

Most grass eating is normal dog behavior, not a sign your dog is sick. Here's why dogs eat grass, what's normal versus concerning, what to do, and the warning signs that mean it's time to see a vet.

A relaxed dog standing on grass with a soft open mouth, neutral ears, loose wagging tail, and a wiggly body showing friendly, calm body language
Behavior & Training

Dog Body Language: A Vet Guide to Reading Your Dog

Your dog is "talking" to you all day with their tail, ears, eyes, mouth, and posture. This vet-reviewed guide shows you how to read the whole dog, in context, so you know when they're happy, anxious, or asking for space.

Gloved hand scooping a modern open-top litter box with slate-grey clumping litter, with a curious gray-and-white short-haired cat watching attentively beside it
Urinary & Kidney

When Changes in Litter Box Habits Signal a Medical Problem

Changes in litter box habits often reveal urinary, kidney, or metabolic problems long before other symptoms appear. Here's how to tell medical from behavioral, and when it's an emergency.

Long-haired ragdoll cat with blue eyes sitting in a clean white open-top litter box with light beige unscented clumping litter, in a bright neutral-tile bathroom corner
Urinary & Kidney

What Does Healthy Cat Urine Look Like? A Vet Explains

Healthy cat urine is pale yellow to amber, clear, and consistent in volume. Here's what normal looks like, what color changes may mean, and when urine changes are a vet emergency.

Healthy silver tabby cat drinking from a modern white ceramic pet water fountain on a sunlit kitchen counter beside a small herb garden
Urinary & Kidney

Preventative Care for Feline Urinary Health: A Vet's Guide

Preventative care for feline urinary health comes down to steady habits: hydration, nutrition, stress reduction, and daily litter box monitoring. Here's a vet-informed guide to each.

Veterinarian in blue scrubs gently palpating the abdomen of a calm orange tabby cat on a stainless steel exam table, with a stethoscope and urinalysis test strips on a tray beside them
Urinary & Kidney

How Veterinarians Diagnose Urinary Problems in Cats

Veterinarians diagnose urinary problems in cats through a layered process of physical exam, urinalysis, imaging, and blood work. Here's what that looks like at the clinic and how to spot urgent signs at home.

Calm modern multi-cat household with a black cat lounging on a sofa, a tortoiseshell on a rug, and a cream-colored cat in a basket, with multiple open-top litter boxes visible across the room
Urinary & Kidney

How to Monitor Urinary Health in Multi-Cat Households

Multi-cat homes make urinary symptoms harder to attribute. Here's how to set up litter boxes for visibility, narrow down which cat is struggling, and know when to call the vet.

infections of amoeba in dogs as mini schnauzers look on
Parasites

Canine Health Alert: Understanding Infections of Amoeba in Dogs

Prevention, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options for Your Pet

excessive dog drooling as woman comforts dog
General Wellness

Surgical Options for Excessive Dog Drooling: Cruel or Not?

Ethical Perspectives on Surgery for Excessive Drooling

how to choose the right dog collar as Lab looks on
General Wellness

How To Choose the Right Dog Collar: A Comprehensive Guide

Empowering Pet Parents With Invaluable Tips and Insights and How to Choose the Right Dog Collar

cat window perches
General Wellness

Choosing the Perfect Cat Window Perches: A Buyer’s Guide

Satisfy your cat’s need for entertainment

Preventing dog collar accidents as Shiba Inu looks on
Pet Safety & Emergencies

Keeping Dogs Safe: Tips and Tricks for Preventing Dog Collar Accidents

Learn how to train your dog and minimize collar-related issues

can cats carry bed bugs? cat wonders while looking at owner.
General Wellness

Can Cats Carry Bed Bugs?

Exploring bed bugs and their impact on cats.

nystatin for dogs
Medications

Nystatin for Dogs and Cats

apoquel for dogs
Medications

Apoquel for Dogs

cute photo of happy senior dog health
General Wellness

Senior Dog Health: Comprehensive Guide To Navigating Your Dog’s Golden Years

Discover how to care for your senior dog, understand their unique health needs, and ensure they enjoy their golden years with happiness and comfort

adopting a pit bull
General Wellness

A Guide to Adopting a Pit Bull: What to Expect and How to Prepare

Essential information for potential pit bull owners

administering medicine to dogs
General Wellness

Administering Medicine to Dogs: A Comprehensive Guide

Discover the proven secrets of administering medicine to dogs. From pills to injections, learn practical tips to make the process easier for you and your pet.

piloerection in pets such as a cat
General Wellness

Understanding Piloerection in Pets — A Comprehensive Guide

All about piloerection — Not a dirty word, we swear

how to treat snake bites on dogs
Pet Safety & Emergencies

How To Treat Snake Bites on Dogs

When we take our pets with us on adventures, we need to be prepared for emergencies. A snake bite can be deadly if not treated right away, and even more so if you’re not sure what to do.

treating cuterebra infestations in pets as dog tilts head
Parasites

A Guide to Understanding and Treating Cuterebra Infestations

Webvet's comprehensive resource on Cuterebra infestations

can cats eat chocolate
Pet Safety & Emergencies

The Hidden Danger of Chocolate: Can Cats Eat Chocolate?

Humans love chocolate, but should your furry friend indulge?

Permethrin for Dogs and Cats
Medications

Permethrin for Dogs

Selamectin for Dogs and Cats
Medications

Selamectin for Dogs and Cats

Fluralaner for Dogs and Cats
Medications

Fluralaner for Dogs and Cats

Afoxolaner for Dogs and Cats
Medications

Afoxolaner for Dogs and Cats

Moxidectin for Dogs and Cats
Medications

Moxidectin for Dogs and Cats

Ponazuril for Dogs and Cats
Medications

Ponazuril for Dogs and Cats

Toltrazuril for Dogs and Cats
Medications

Toltrazuril for Dogs and Cats

Nitenpyram for Dogs and Cats
Medications

Nitenpyram for Dogs and Cats

Praziquantel for Dogs and Cats
Medications

Praziquantel for Dogs and Cats

Pyrantel Pamoate for Dogs and Cats
Medications

Pyrantel Pamoate for Dogs and Cats

Piroxicam for Dogs and Cats
Medications

Piroxicam for Dogs and Cats

Prednisolone for Dogs and Cats
Medications

Prednisolone for Dogs and Cats

Aspirin for Dogs and Cats
Medications

Aspirin for Dogs and Cats

Amantadine for Dogs and Cats
Medications

Amantadine for Dogs and Cats

Tramadol for Dogs and Cats
Medications

Tramadol for Dogs and Cats

Meloxicam for Dogs and Cats
Medications

Meloxicam for Dogs and Cats