• Exercise Together – and live longer together. • Take Him Along – whether it’s across town or across the country. • Dog Parks – even New York City has…

-Turtles and other reptiles live longest amongst all animal groups, with an age span of more than 100 years. -The most common ailment of small animals is periodontal disease. Your…

Small dogs (less than 20 pounds) 9 to 13 Years Medium dogs (21 to 50 pounds) 9 to 11.5 Years Large dogs (51 to 90 pounds) 7.5 to 10.5 Years…

This is a story of a nine-year-old boy and a veterinarian. Dr. Julie had been called to examine a ten-year-old Irish Wolfhound named Belker. The dog’s owners – Ron, his…

1. Give your pet high-quality food that is nutritionally complete. 2. Make sure that fresh, clean water is always available for your pet. Rinse bowls and change water often. 3….

Don’t just let their chips fall where they may. The consequences of not picking up after your cat or dog can be more serious than merely annoying the neighbors. Pet…

Ticks are tenacious bloodsuckers that inflict painful bites, cause anemia, and can transmit serious diseases to us and our companion animals. They prey on the blood of dogs, horses, deer,…

What is Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome? Researchers believe Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome (CDS) is caused by physical and chemical changes that affect the brain function in older dogs. Dogs with CDS may…

Petit Mal Characterized by tremors, drooling, spontaneous urination and staring or upward eye movement. Although a “mild” seizure, the effects may be as serious as the other types. Grand Mal…