Many common human foods pose serious health risks to dogs. Chocolate, grapes, onions, garlic, xylitol, nuts, caffeine, and ...

From Dachshunds to large breeds, managing disc disease requires us to be masters of nuance, neurology, and owner psychology.

A rare parasite can quietly grow inside the heart, imitating everyday cardiac symptoms until it becomes deadly. Few ...

Persin, a toxin found in avocados, is completely safe for human consumption but extremely toxic to dogs. People should avoid giving any part of the plant to dogs because it is present in the avocado ...

But for one dog owner on Reddit, that expert canine instinct became an actual lifesaver. Like many dogs before her, it turns ...

Most homemade dog food recipes lack essential nutrients, highlighting the need for expert guidance and precise formulation.

Did you know that oestrogen has been used to treat menopausal symptoms since 1928? Now, there’s a new non-hormonal alternative and even the off-label use of medicines for hypertension, depression, ...

Winter in Florida means more time outdoors, and possibly more exposure to tick-borne diseases. But the news isn’t all bad: ...

Leptospira, the bacteria which causes leptospirosis, is transmitted through the urine of infected animals like rats, cattle, ...

One in five ticks in gardens may carry Lyme disease bacteria. Learn where they hide and how to protect your family.

For the last few weeks, I’d been cycling in and out of the ICU. Zach had even gotten “the talk” — a doctor had called in the ...

Caring for a senior dog often means adjusting routines so they stay comfortable, confident, and healthy as their needs change ...