In the U.S., roughly 54.4 million households own dogs and 38.9 million households own cats. Pets are a lot of fun and can lead to strong emotional bonds that will last a lifetime. Unfortunately, of the 8 million animals that end up in shelters each year, only between 15% and 20% of dogs and less [...]

Bringing home a new dog can be an exciting time for everyone in your family. Well, almost everyone. If you’re already a cat owner, your felines might not take too kindly to their new friend right away. You might be wondering “How do I go about introducing cats and dogs?” Preventing an all-out feud is [...]

We understand the importance of vaccinating our pets against disease, but it’s important to be aware of diseases that can be transmitted to humans as well. Here are seven of the diseases you can catch from your pets, along with protective measures you can take against them. Toxoplasmosis As the Center for Disease Control (CDC) [...]

Being a pet owner is a big responsibility, whether you’ve grown up with pets your whole life or are a first-time pet owner. You want to make sure you’re doing right by your pet and are keeping him or her well-nourished, getting enough exercise, and pest-free. One great thing to do is to make sure [...]

One of the main concerns that every pet owner has is keeping their pet safe from disease. Nobody wants to see their pet in pain, especially if you don’t know what’s wrong. One of the more common diseases that can affect your dog is Lyme disease. While it’s common, it can be difficult to diagnose [...]

Many pet owners wanting the very best for their pets often look to get them microchipped. When done properly, this can make sure your pet makes it home safe if they ever manage to get out. However, not everyone goes about microchipping their pet the right way, and this can leave those microchips useless and [...]

It’s no secret that the world of health insurance can be incredibly difficult to navigate. Knowing what your health insurance plan covers, how much it will cost, and what will happen if you run into a health emergency is incredibly important. It’s likely that you’ve put a lot of thought and care into you and [...]

Every pet owner wants to make sure their furry friend stays happy and healthy for as long as possible. They probably take their pet to a veterinarian regularly because of this. However, do you know the best way to care for your pet between animal hospital visits? Did you know that one of the biggest [...]

Lipomas are subcutaneous (under the skin) masses or tumors that develop commonly in older dogs. They’re usually soft, with limited mobility under the skin. The overlying skin is usually not affected by the lipomas. Over time, they grow larger and larger, impeding movement of the legs or lower chest for the dog. They can also [...]

What’s that strange lump growing on your dog’s belly? If you’re getting increasingly concerned about the growing mass on your beloved dog’s body, then it’s time to learn about lipomas. These masses can be distressing to pet owners and pets alike, especially when you don’t know what’s wrong. So what are lipomas, and is your [...]