Keeping Pets Healthy

Many of the same problems that affect people as they age, such as arthritis and diabetes, can also affect your pet. Making a few changes to the way you care for your furry friend will help you ensure that your pet stays healthy and happy as the years go by. Look for Common Signs of Illness Changes

Using antibiotics incorrectly may harm, rather than help, your pet.

Have you noticed changes in your older dog's behavior?

Do you know how to keep your pet's teeth and gums healthy?

Could your sneezing, sniffling dog have a cold?

Anemia doesn't just affect people. Your dog can become anemic too.

Could a selfless act by your pet save another animal's life?

Big dogs can have equally big health problems. Find out what conditions and diseases typically affect larger dogs.

Do your pets do everything together, including sharing illnesses? These tips will help reduce the transmission of viruses and diseases.

Want to know if your pet is healthy? Take a look at his or her stools.

Painful arthritis makes walking and jumping difficult for pets. Luckily, you can do a few things to relieve your pet's pain.

Want to keep your senior pet healthy and happy? Ask these six questions at your pet's next check up.

According to the American Animal Hospital Association, nearly two-thirds of pets suffer from dental problems because their owners do not provide dental care for them. Imagine what would happen to your own teeth if they were never brushed or examined by a dentist. The same thing can happen with your pet’s

Think diabetes only affect people? Overweight pets may be at risk too.

Heartworm disease can have a devastating effect on your pet's health. National Heartworm Awareness Month, observed annually in April, reminds pet owners about the health dangers this preventable disease poses for pets. What Are Heartworms? Thin, white heartworms look like cooked pieces of spaghetti.

Does your pet suffer from motion sickness? Find out how to treat the problem.