Dog Preventative & Other Health

Preparing questions for the vet helps you and your senior dog get the most out of your next visit. Here are 10 questions to ask at your senior dog's next vet visit.

The first step towards keeping your family safe from pet-borne diseases is to know what to look for. In this post, we talk about the pet diseases that can be passed onto humans and the preventive measures that can keep you safe.

Learn about the symptoms of the most common and the most concerning diseases that can affect your senior dog here.

Tumors can crop up in dogs of every breed and age. Many of these skin tumors end up being benign and nonthreatening. Here is a quick list of the most common types of skin tumors in dogs.

Most pet parents probably think that the only benefit of getting a dog spayed is to prevent her from having puppies, when there are actually more great reasons for spaying. Find out what the top 3 benefits of spaying your dog are.

The cost of caring for a pet seems to be going up every year, especially when it comes to prescription medications. The prescriptions that you're getting from the vet probably cost you a lot of money. Find out where you can buy pet meds for less here.

For pets suffering from digestive problems, prozyme is a great way to help them overcome their troubles. Containing all-natural, human-grade enzymes, this supplement is extremely useful in helping pets get the most out of their food. Here are some reasons why most pets could benefit from some prozyme in their diet.

Dog thyroid medications generally contain a single drug, known as levothyroxine sodium, which is a man-made substitute for the hormone produced (or not produced) by the thyroid gland. If you have reason to believe that your dog is hypothyroid, or want to know how hypothyroid treatment in dogs works, look no further.

When a dog is diagnosed with cancer, it's devastating. When pet parents find out how much treatment will cost, it can become hopeless. We know how important affordable pet meds are to families who would do anything for their best friend. Find out here how to save money on cancer drugs for dogs.

For any of a number of reasons, dogs may not want to eat. Despite what pets may feel, they need nutrients or they'll get sick. Nutri-Cal gel is a great way to get those vital nutrients into your finicky pup.

Lack of good immunity means your dog will get sick almost all the time. Thus comes the need to improve your pooch’s immune system.

Heartworm infections can and will turn into heartworm disease if left untreated and can be potentially fatal to your dog. Keep these five facts in mind when dealing with this condition.

Acupuncture has been around for centuries and some pet parents think that this may be a better alternative to managing their dogs' pain. Learn the many benefits acupuncture may have in store for your furry friend.

Pet insurance is about getting the best care possible for your pet. Here are five facts about pet insurance that can help you make the right decision regarding coverage for your cat or dog.

Cancer can be a very complicated disease because one type of cancer can be completely different from another. With so many treatment and care options, it can become quite overwhelming. Here are a few questions you should be asking your vet.

"Omega-3 fatty acids" is a term we hear all over the place, primarily because these nutrients have such a wide array of health benefits. As it happens, fish oil is good for dogs and cats, too.

Many of us rely on supplements and vitamins to enhance and preserve our health and well being. The same can be true for dogs and cats. Adding certain supplements can help our pets stave off future diseases, assist with current ailments or conditions, and promote general health.

Making the decision to neuter dogs today is more common now than ever before. Learn more here about how neutering your dog can not only make your pet healthier, but happier as well.

Joint pain is part of the aging process for both dogs and pet parents alike. Read up on some ways that could slow down and possibly prevent the onset of arthritis and other joint issues for your senior dog.

Having a dog with rabies is frightening, but what’s more scary is not knowing the signs. Given the rapid onset of the disease, and how low the survival rate is once symptoms show, it pays to know what the virus looks like before it is too late. If you believe your dog might have contracted rabies, you should take them to the vet immediately.

Dr. Oz is always influencing people to change their lives for the better. Now he's teaching pet parents how to keep their dogs just as healthy. Find out what Dr. Oz's tips are for a healthy dog.

Notice your pet seems under the weather? It could be something minor, but there are serious health concerns that can strike cats and dogs and that will need medical attention. Find out here what symptoms pet parents should look out for.

Veterinarians are the people we turn to help us take care of our beloved pets. However, sometimes they keep information to themselves for various different reasons. You might be surprised by what made the list. Find out more here.

It's getting cold outside and suddenly a game of fetch seems less appealing than it did 4 months ago. Ensuring that your dogs get enough exercise throughout the year is crucial to their health. Here we present seven useful tips to make sure that you are giving your dog enough exercise throughout the winter.