Pet care
Flights of fancy
The appeal of pet birds is easy to understand. Many species kept as pets are beautiful, affectionate and endlessly entertaining.
Pet care
Hambone Awards: From a veterinarian’s perspective
Despite our best efforts, not every accident can be avoided. Sometimes, the unexpected happens to our pets—and when it does, it helps to have a great...
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Important questions to ask when a pet has cancer
"Cancer" can be one of the scariest words to hear coming from your veterinarian. Fortunately, veterinary oncology is more advanced than ever before....
Pet care
24/7 Pet Health Advice from Experts
Sometimes pets surprise us during working hours—other times, they don’t. If you’ve got a pet health question that can’t wait until the vet’s office...
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After hour experts on summer bummers
Summer’s here at last! From beach time to summer hikes, there’s a lot to do outdoors—and a lot of potential pet hazards for pet families to avoid....
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Does your dog need sunscreen?
Dogs can and do get sunburns, and some are more vulnerable to sun damage than others. But pet parents can protect their canine companions the same...
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Heat stroke warning
The long summer days are cherished, and for good reason. They open the world to outdoor activities, from barbecues to camping, from festivals to...
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Fostering pets
Many people are generous when it comes to helping homeless pets. They donate money, volunteer at shelters, and organize and staff fundraising and...
Pet care
Water Safety 101
Swimming is great exercise for those dogs who love it, but even the most water-ready of retrievers can get into trouble without their families...
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Experts on call after hours
Pet parents tend to have numerous questions both big and small about caring for their pets. Often our pet concerns can't wait, so if your vet's...