A dog’s tooth showing periodontal disease? Oh, the drama! Dental disease is like that uninvited guest at a party—over 80% of dogs over the age of three are hosting this unwanted condition! Most pups don’t go around waving a sign that says, “Help! My mouth is a dental disaster!” so…

As Valentine’s Day approaches, you might be gearing up for a whirlwind of chocolates and candies that would make Willy Wonka jealous. But hold your horses! While we humans can’t get enough of these sweet delights, our furry friends might be plotting a mutiny if we share. Those puppy dog…

We want our dogs to be as happy as a kid in a candy store and mentally engaged enough to outsmart our attempts at hiding the treats, so they can enjoy the wild ride of living with us and playing the games we insist are “fun.” Our furry pals constantly…

See Your Vet: Has your fur baby had their “let’s make sure you’re not hiding any ailments” check-up yet? With the cold creeping in, it’s the perfect time for your pet to show off their inner drama queen—especially if they have arthritis! Seriously, it’s a great excuse to make them…

Is Fido’s Love for Snacks Making Him a Chubby Canine? More than 50% of our furry friends, both dogs and cats, in North America are packing extra pounds, turning our living rooms into canine and feline fitness competitions! It’s like they’re all secretly training for the ‘Couch Potato Olympics.’ Obesity…

How do I Turn My Couch Potato Into an Athlete? Start by chatting with your veterinary dream team to figure out how much weight your furry friend should shed—because let’s be honest, their idea of “light snacking” is probably more like a buffet! Find out what gourmet grub to serve,…

What Is Heartworm Disease? Heartworm disease is no joke, especially for our furry friends in the United States and around the world. Picture this: foot-long worms setting up camp in the heart, lungs, and blood vessels of pets, throwing parties and wreaking havoc. The result? Lung drama, heart failure, and…

What is Xylitol ? Xylitol, the superstar sugar substitute! This naturally occurring sweet sensation is not just another pretty molecule – it’s a sugar alcohol with a glamorous reputation. You can catch xylitol showing off in berries, plums, corn, oats, mushrooms, lettuce, trees, and a few other fruits. Oh, and…

We’re all familiar with the magic of springtime – the birds are chirping, the bees are buzzing, and the weather is finally warming up! It’s like the whole world is waking up from a long winter nap and surprising us with an explosion of colors and blooms. But before you…

Grapes are like the forbidden fruit for our furry friends, but who can blame them? After all, who doesn’t love a good glass of wine or a juicy snack? It turns out that the culprit behind the grape and raisin toxicity in dogs might be tartaric acid, the same stuff…

I can’t believe how much I adore onions and garlic. I mean, who needs a recipe when you can just throw in a truckload of onions and garlic, right? As a proud southerner, I take the “season to taste” rule very seriously – and then I add some more seasoning,…