Cats can wreak havoc on furniture and wound people. But declawing is extremely painful and, in many places, illegal.

<p>Q: I have a 3-year-old Great Dane who we rescued a year ago. He’s had anal gland issues the whole time, which have worsened in the last six months (spends a lot of time licking). He seems to be in ...

Alex Carver is a writer and researcher based in Charlotte, N.C. A contributor to major news websites such as Automoblog and USA Today, she’s written content in sectors such as insurance, warranties, ...

My vet is telling me that she should have my cat’s long canine teeth removed. Why? She is fine. She is eating well and seems completely normal. True, she has started eating soft foods in addition to ...

My dog is a mixed breed but appears to have a lot of lab in him. We like to bathe him often but don’t want to dry out his coat or skin. How often should we be giving him a bath? How often and when to ...

Q: I plan to adopt a couple of kittens/young cats in a few months. I want them on a diet that is least likely to cause urinary crystal formation because my current cats are suffering. What can I do to ...

Q: Why has taking my pet to my veterinarian become so expensive? A: For many pet owners, a trip to the vet can be a source of anxiety, not just for their furry companion's well-being but also for ...

Many people are dealing with respiratory illnesses right now, but did you know dogs can also suffer from a highly contagious respiratory disease known as kennel cough? Dr. Rebekah Hartfield, a ...

QUESTION: Why does my Maltipoo obsessively lick and chew her paws? Her saliva turns the hair on her toes a reddish color. She can fixate on the behavior for up to 15 minutes despite attempts to ...

What can you do to prevent parasites in your pastures, and how can you treat the parasites your animals might already be carrying? We asked a vet for you! Join Dr. Erin Masur, licensed farm vet, as ...

QUESTION: Why is it important to have a veterinarian perform dental work on your horse? DR. BRAD TANNER: Responsible horse owners have mental checklists of the things that need to be done each year ...

Q: I was thinking of a career change, and I was curious about becoming a licensed veterinary technician. What do they do and how do you become one? A: Licensed veterinary technicians (LVTs) play a ...