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Dog: closeup eye drops beagle 1282142676

Allergy Eye Drops for Dogs: How to Treat Itchy, Watery Eyes

Written By Arlene WeintraubUpdated on Apr 17, 2025
Pets: cat sniffing food bowl 2181951727

Pet Food Recalls: Check If Your Cat or Dog’s Food Was Recalled

Written By Renée Fabian, MAUpdated on Apr 16, 2025
Cat: cat sleeping on a chair 2150964569

Why Do Cats Sleep So Much? It's Not Because They're Lazy

Written By Lindsay Boyers, CHNCPublished on Apr 1, 2025
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Human Medicine for Pets: How to Fill Your Dog or Cat’s Prescription

Written By Renée Fabian, MAPublished on Mar 3, 2025
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Quiz: Is My Dog in Pain?

Written By Renée Fabian, MAPublished on Feb 25, 2025
Dog: closeup dog vaccine 938105008

Distemper in Dogs: How to Recognize and Prevent This Deadly Canine Virus

Written By Karen Asp, MA, CPTPublished on Feb 25, 2025
Dog: dog waiting for food 2162108188

Food Allergies in Dogs: How to Spot Them and What to Do About Them

Written By Ana GasconPublished on Feb 18, 2025
Cat: maine coon cat at vet checkup 2138411741

Allergies in Cats: Common Cat Allergy Symptoms and How to Manage Them

Written By Emily JohnsonPublished on Feb 14, 2025
Cat: cat sleeping on blue sofa 1389264097

Melatonin for Cats: A Supplement for Sleep Issues

Written By Chris Vanderhoof, DVM, MPHPublished on Feb 14, 2025
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Do Dogs Sweat? No, They Don’t. So How Do They Cool Off?

Written By Ana GasconPublished on Feb 14, 2025
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How to Give a Cat a Pill: A Complete Guide with Tips

Written By Lindsay Boyers, CHNCPublished on Feb 11, 2025
Taxes: woman paying a vet bill 2160576657

Are Vet Bills and Other Pet Expenses Tax-Deductible?

Written By Maggie Aime, MSN, RNPublished on Feb 10, 2025
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What Vaccines Do Dogs Need? Take This Quiz to Find Out What’s Best for Your Pup

Written By Renée Fabian, MAPublished on Jan 30, 2025
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Do You Need a Pet Doula? How One Woman Helps People Navigate Loss and End-of-Life Decisions

Written By Colleen OakleyPublished on Jan 24, 2025
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Can You Afford to Adopt a Special-Needs Pet? Here Are an Animal Rescuer’s Tips for Managing Costs

Written By Clare HennigPublished on Jan 16, 2025
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Why Do Cats Meow? 6 Possible Reasons

Written By Karen Asp, MA, CPTPublished on Jan 10, 2025
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What Do Cats Think About? Here’s What We Know

Written By Ana GasconPublished on Jan 10, 2025
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How to Use GoodRx for Pets: Save on Pet Medications at Your Local Pharmacy

Written By Daniel BurtonUpdated on Jan 3, 2025
Cat: cat sneezing 1351435164

CBD for Cats: What to Know Before Giving Your Cat CBD for Pain or Anxiety

Written By Chris Vanderhoof, DVM, MPHPublished on Dec 20, 2024
Dog: puppy sitting with houseplants 1386207542

17 Plants and Flowers That Are Toxic to Dogs

Written By Renée Fabian, MAPublished on Dec 20, 2024
Dog: dog alongside cat while eating 1069106400

Is Cat Food Bad for Dogs?

Written By Lauren Lee, BA, MAPublished on Dec 19, 2024
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Dog Drooling: How to Know if It’s Harmless vs. a Reason to Worry

Written By Emily JohnsonPublished on Dec 18, 2024
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What Plants Are Toxic to Cats? Test Your Knowledge

Written By Maura WynterPublished on Dec 18, 2024
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Quiz: Will This Plant Harm My Dog?

Written By Renée Fabian, MAPublished on Dec 18, 2024
Pets: closeup owner petting labrador 1303833879

What Does Pet Insurance Not Cover?

Written By Alejandro RubioPublished on Dec 17, 2024
Pets: Cat: cat poinsettia 502456892
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9 Holiday Plants That Are Toxic to Cats and Dogs: Poinsettias, Mistletoe, and More

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Cat: giving cat medicine 1406876328

Atopica for Cats: A Medication to Treat Skin Allergies

Written By Catherine Barnette, DVMPublished on Dec 4, 2024
dogs: vet hugging dog 2169528625

Ondansetron for Dogs: Treat and Prevent Nausea and Vomiting

Written By Chris Vanderhoof, DVM, MPHPublished on Dec 2, 2024
Dog: woman feeding dog 2168620305

How Many Times a Day Should You Feed Your Dog?

Written By Ana GasconPublished on Nov 15, 2024
Pet: Telehealth apps: holding kitten in front of phone 1249818906

The 10 Most Popular Telehealth Apps for Pets

Written By Ana GasconUpdated on Nov 8, 2024
Dog: vet examining dog with stethoscope 1405525718

Sucralfate for Dogs: Treatment and Prevention for Stomach Ulcers

Written By Rhiannon Koehler, DVM, MPHPublished on Nov 6, 2024
Pets: Essential oil: dog laying on couch 950847196

Are Any Essential Oils Safe for Dogs?

Written By Leah ThomasonUpdated on Nov 1, 2024
Cat: closeup cat acne on chin 1370200129

Cat Acne: How to Manage and Prevent Feline Pimples

Written By Fjolla ArifiPublished on Nov 1, 2024
Dog: schnauzer- dog at veterinarian-2161355107

Enrofloxacin for Dogs: A Medication to Treat Severe Infections

Written By Catherine Barnette, DVMPublished on Nov 1, 2024
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7 Ways to Calm Your Cat Before a Vet Visit

Written By Ana GasconPublished on Nov 1, 2024
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Why Do Cats Knead? 5 Reasons for This Feline Behavior

Written By Lindsay Boyers, CHNCPublished on Nov 1, 2024
Dog: vet examining dogs teeth 2167747428

Clavamox for Dogs: A Medication to Treat Skin, Dental, and Soft Tissue Infections

Written By Rhiannon Koehler, DVM, MPHPublished on Nov 1, 2024
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Can Dogs or Cats Get COVID-19? Yes, But It’s Usually Mild

Written By Paige CerulliUpdated on Oct 24, 2024
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Enalapril for Dogs: A Medication to Treat Heart Failure

Written By Catherine Barnette, DVMPublished on Oct 15, 2024
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11 Foods That Are Poisonous to Cats: What Felines Can and Can’t Eat

Written By Ana GasconPublished on Oct 8, 2024
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Bloat in Dogs: How to Quickly Recognize This Life-Threatening Condition

Written By Emily JohnsonPublished on Oct 8, 2024
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Why Is Your Dog’s Eyeball Swollen, and What Should You Do About It?

Written By Lauren Lee, BA, MAPublished on Oct 8, 2024
Dog: closeup wrapping dog paw with bandage 1695220915

Relieving Your Dog’s Pain: A Complete Guide to What’s Safe — and What’s Not

Written By Arlene WeintraubPublished on Oct 8, 2024
Health: Dog: vet checking bulldogs mobility 1310040393

Medications and Home Remedies to Help Your Dog’s Arthritis

Written By Leah ThomasonUpdated on Oct 8, 2024
cat: grumpy cat laying on carpet 1266690577

Kidney Disease in Cats: Your Complete Guide to This Common Feline Condition

Written By Sarah J. Wooten, DVM, CVJPublished on Oct 8, 2024
Dog: examining french bulldog 2151161736

Amantadine for Dogs: A Medication to Treat Chronic Pain

Written By Catherine Barnette, DVMPublished on Oct 7, 2024
Cat: cat playing with catnip 1501197036

What Does Catnip Do to Cats? It’s More Than Just Entertainment

Written By Lindsay Boyers, CHNCPublished on Sep 23, 2024
Health: Cat: owner grooming cat 1433552809
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Cat Getting Hair Balls? Here’s Why and 8 Remedies That Work

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Updated on Sep 19, 2024
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5 Benefits of Coconut Oil for Dogs

Written By Lauren Lee, BA, MAPublished on Sep 18, 2024
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Cefpodoxime for Dogs: A Medication to Treat Skin Infections

Written By Sarah J. Wooten, DVM, CVJPublished on Sep 16, 2024
Dog: man feeding dog treat 1334126411

Trifexis for Dogs: A Medication to Prevent Fleas and Worms

Written By Catherine Barnette, DVMPublished on Sep 16, 2024
Dog: dog laying on red couch 1470516311

Cyclosporine for Dogs: A Medication to Calm Immune-Related Conditions

Written By Chris Vanderhoof, DVM, MPHPublished on Sep 11, 2024
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Activated Charcoal for Dogs: When It Can Help If Your Dog Ate Something Toxic

Written By Chris Vanderhoof, DVM, MPHPublished on Sep 9, 2024
dog: jack russell terrier wearing muzzle 1671889237

Do Muzzles Calm Dogs? They Can, If You Use Them Properly

Written By Lauren Lee, BA, MAPublished on Aug 26, 2024
Pets: closeup cat injection 1227309672

Does Pet Insurance Cover Vaccinations?

Written By Alejandro RubioPublished on Aug 23, 2024
cat: feeding cat a treat 1662761191

Capstar for Cats: A Medication to Treat Fleas

Written By Catherine Barnette, DVMPublished on Aug 15, 2024
Cat: grumpy cat laying on carpet 1266690577
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10 Reasons Your Cat May Not Be Eating

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Updated on Aug 14, 2024
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Fluconazole for Dogs: A Medication to Treat Fungal Infections

Written By Catherine Barnette, DVMPublished on Aug 7, 2024
Pet: Dog: senior couple with corgi dog 504750926

How to Provide for a Dog, Cat, or Other Pet in a Will or Trust

Written By Chanell Alexander, MBAUpdated on Jul 26, 2024
dog: bluenose pitbulll lounging on bed 1291085853

Heart Disease in Dogs: Treating the Most Common Causes

Written By Arlene WeintraubPublished on Jul 24, 2024
Dog: woman carrying dog 1303700018

How to Safely Pick Up, Hold, and Carry a Dog of Any Size

Written By Arlene WeintraubPublished on Jul 19, 2024
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Can Dogs Have Asthma?

Written By Arlene WeintraubPublished on Jul 15, 2024
Dog: ear drops for dog 1995860251

Antibiotics for Dogs: Your Guide to 11 Common Types and What They Treat

Written By Arlene WeintraubPublished on Jul 1, 2024
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How Often Should You Take Your Cat to the Vet?

Written By Renée Fabian, MAPublished on Jul 1, 2024
Pets: vet examining cat teeth 2092084613

Does Pet Insurance Cover Dental?

Written By Imani S. AustinPublished on Jun 25, 2024
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How Much Does Dog Teeth Cleaning Cost?

Written By Mitzi S. MorrisPublished on Jun 21, 2024
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Which OTC Medications Are Safe for Dogs and Cats, and Which Ones Aren’t?

Written By Janan Sarwar, PharmDUpdated on Jun 11, 2024
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Incurin for Dogs: Treat Urinary Incontinence in Female Dogs

Written By Sarah J. Wooten, DVM, CVJPublished on Jun 6, 2024
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Mometamax for Cats: A 3-in-1 Medication to Treat Ear Infections

Written By Catherine Barnette, DVMPublished on Jun 6, 2024
cat: cat scratching 1061166518

Hydroxyzine for Cats: Treat Feline Itching and Other Allergy Symptoms

Written By Chris Vanderhoof, DVM, MPHPublished on Jun 5, 2024
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Advantage Multi for Dogs: Keep Parasites at Bay With This Monthly Prevention Medication

Written By Catherine Barnette, DVMPublished on Jun 4, 2024
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Hot Spots on Dogs: Learn How to Recognize and Treat Them

Written By Arlene WeintraubPublished on Jun 3, 2024
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Pet Poison Helplines: Who Should You Call If Your Dog or Cat Ate Something Poisonous?

Written By Lauren Lee, BA, MAUpdated on May 29, 2024
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Tramadol for Cats: A Pain Medication

Written By Sarah J. Wooten, DVM, CVJPublished on May 16, 2024
Cat: grumpy cat laying on carpet 1266690577

Proin for Cats: A Medication for Urinary Incontinence

Written By Sarah J. Wooten, DVM, CVJPublished on May 13, 2024
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How Much Does It Cost to Spay or Neuter Your Dog or Cat?

Written By Devon DelfinoUpdated on May 1, 2024
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From Farm to Pharmacy: A Story of Medicating My Pet Chicken

Written By Angela HauptPublished on Dec 14, 2023
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TECA-BO Surgery for Chronic Ear Infections: What Pet Parents Should Know

Written By Leah ThomasonPublished on Nov 6, 2023
Health: Dog: german sheperd bandage 1348937752

How Much Does ACL (CCL) Surgery for Dogs Cost?

Written By Lisa Brooke KaelinPublished on Nov 2, 2023
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Asking Yourself, ‘Do I Need Pet Insurance?’ Here’s Why I Decided Not to Get It

Written By Brian G. GreggPublished on Oct 5, 2023
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When Your Dog Has Epilepsy: Financial Relief for Pet Prescriptions

Written By Jillian AmodioPublished on Oct 3, 2023
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How Much Is Pet Insurance, and What Does It Cover?

Written By Rachael BrennanUpdated on Jun 5, 2023
Pets: closeup kissing cat on head 884131216

Pet Hospice: How to Plan for End-of-Life Care for Your Dog or Cat

Written By Ana GasconPublished on May 18, 2023
Pets: dog heartworm medication 1207487982

Does Your Dog or Cat Need Heartworm Medication?

Written By Paige CerulliPublished on Feb 23, 2023
Pets: Dog: vet otoscope beagles 1308010798

Can You Use Your HSA to Pay for Pet Expenses?

Written By Mitzi S. MorrisPublished on Feb 21, 2023
Health: Pets: GettyImages 1213207280
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Separation Anxiety: How to Help Your Dog (or Cat) Stay Calm When You Leave

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Updated on Jan 3, 2023
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Should I Get a DNA Test for My Dog or Cat? Here’s What Pet DNA Tests Tell You

Written By Lavanya SunkaraPublished on Apr 14, 2022
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6 Ways to Find Help With a Pet’s Veterinary Bills

Written By Courtney JonesPublished on Mar 29, 2022
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How to Keep Your Dog or Cat Calm While Traveling

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Published on Feb 16, 2022
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Why Does My Dog or Cat Need a Rabies Vaccine?

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Published on Sep 16, 2021
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If You Have a Pet, You Need an Emergency Survival Kit

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Published on May 18, 2021
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How to Find a Vet for You and Your Pet

Written By Ana GasconPublished on Apr 22, 2021
Pet: Telehealth: holding dog using laptop 1191497210

Veterinary Telehealth: When Is It Right for Your Pet?

Written By Ana GasconPublished on Mar 30, 2021
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What to Know Before Your First Telehealth Vet Appointment

Written By Ana GasconPublished on Mar 30, 2021