Fireworks and Dogs, Cats and Other Pets For many people, the Fourth of July means fun and relaxation —...
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Diabetes in Cats: Types, Treatments and Prognosis
Diabetes mellitus in cats is an endocrine disorder caused by decreased production of the hormone insulin by the pancreas....
Stomatitis in Cats: Feline Dental Disease
What is cat stomatitis? Stomatitis in cats is a feline dental disease. It results in inflammation of the mucosal tissues...
Cat Declawing: The Price of Convenience
Considering whether to declaw your cat or not? The declawing of cats is still routinely performed in this country, even...
Moving with Cats or Dogs
One of the most common reasons that people give up a pet is because they are moving, and they...
12 Ways to Save Dogs and Cats in Shelters
Saving the life of a dog or cat is easier than you think. “You can do it!” Every...
National Change a Pets Life Day
January 24th is Change A Pet’s Life Day, a day meant to encourage people to adopt pets from shelters and...
Separation Anxiety in Dogs
Separation Anxiety in Dogs By Sherry Woodard, Best Friends animal behavior consultant What is separation anxiety in dogs? It is...
Pet Fostering Q&A
What’s a pet foster parent? By being a pet foster parent, you provide a temporary home for an animal prior...
FIV in Cats FAQs: Feline Immunodeficiency Virus
What is FIV? FIV stands for feline immunodeficiency virus. FIV typically causes a weakening of the cat’s immune system. It...