Did you know begging is a learned behavior in pets? As in the more you feed them, the more they beg? Given that their determined and adorable countenance can be extremely irresistible whenever they see food in your hands or on your plate, it can be hard to not share food with your pets. However,…

Common clinical signs of an eye emergency include squinting, discharge/tearing, redness, swelling, bleeding, different pupil size.

Common clinical signs of an ear emergency include scratching at ears, shaking head, whining, head tilting, swollen/puffy ear flap, strange odor or discharge from ear(s).

A few episodes of diarrhea can be due to stress or change in the animal’s diet.

Air travel with pets is not without risk. Each month, the U.S. Department of Transportation issues a consumer report on air travel. This report includes sections on lost baggage, overbooking, customer complaints and airline reports of incidents involving the loss, death or injury of pets during transport. Last year, airlines reported a total number of…

Signs of a Cardiac Emergency Some of the clinical signs of a cardiac emergency include collapse, weakness, exercise intolerance, bluish or gray gum color, and rapid/slow heart rate. Action If your pet starts to show signs of a cardiac emergency, seek veterinary care immediately, as such emergencies are often life threatening. Limit your pet’s activity;…