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Bloat is the distention of the stomach, caused by a build-up of gasses. No one knows why it happens, only that it's more common in the large or giant breeds, like ours. There is lots of speculation as to the causes, and there are studies underway now that may give us more answers. But for now, all we can do is look at the more common circumstances surrounding the greatest numbers of cases, and hope that we can protect our dogs.  Click here for details

There's very little worse than a carsick dog. It could be possible for him to get over it. This article gives you ideas about how to approach the problem one step at a time so that you and fido can end up going for enjoyable rides in the car together.  Click here for details

If you know what the symptoms are for the illnesses that are most common in your breed of dog, you can better diagnose your pet and catch the illness before it becomes severe. Here are some common dog breeds and the illnesses that are typically associated with them. Some of these illnesses are found mainly when the dog reaches an older age; others of these illnesses can occur at any point throughout the dog's life.  Click here for details

Eating plants is an exceedingly dangerous habit as many household plants are poisonous. If your cat is developing a habit of eating plants, here's how to break the habit.  Click here for details

Eating plants is an exceedingly dangerous habit as many household plants are poisonous. If your cat is developing a habit of eating plants, here's how to break the habit.  Click here for details

Why do cats and dogs ears so commonly encounter difficulties? The answer lies in the anatomy. This article discusses why cats and dogs are so prone to ear problems, and the medical and surgical treatment options that are available.  Click here for details

EPILEPSY is defined as a neurological disorder characterized by sudden, recurring attacks of muscular, sensory, or psychic malfunction with or without loss of consciousness or convulsive seizures. This article discusses the terminology, what a seizure looks like, what causes it, preventing epileptic episodes, treating epilepsy and what do during a seizure - lots of good information.  Click here for details

Diseases of the lower urinary tract occur frequently in cats, affecting the bladder and/or the urethra (the tube that carries urine from the bladder to the outside of the body). Most cats with lower urinary tract disease show remarkably similar signs, but to varying degrees.  Click here for details

Information on how to treat and prevent hot spots.  Click here for details

Many dog owners don't clip their dogs nails because they think it's too hard, or they're just too nervous to do it. The truth is, it's not all that complicated. Here you'll learn what tool to use, how to know when the nails are too long, and of course, how to cut the nails correctly.  Click here for details

Some of us might not find this humorous (been there, done that). Others will roll on the floor laughing.  Click here for details

Basic information on how to introduce yourself to a strange cat.  Click here for details

A serious and informative article explaining how to perform CPR on a dog.  Click here for details

A serious and informative article explaining how to perform CPR on a dog.  Click here for details

Oh no! You found a tick on your dog! Or worse, on yourself or your child! This has to be one of the grossest experiences, and in the light of the Lyme disease possibility it is one of the scariest, too. This article explains what Not to do, as well as what to do, and provides a few details about Lyme disease.  Click here for details

Oh no! You found a tick on your dog! Or worse, on yourself or your child! This has to be one of the grossest experiences, and in the light of the Lyme disease possibility it is one of the scariest, too. This article explains what Not to do, as well as what to do, and provides a few details about Lyme disease.  Click here for details

Old age comes at different times for different breeds of dogs and different individual dogs. Giant breeds tend to age early, for their life expectancy is generally less than 10 years. Large and medium-sized breeds have a life expectancy of 11-14 years, and small breeds can live 15 years or more. This article discusses preventitive care, the signs of aging as well as lots of ideas for keeping spot comfortable.  Click here for details

Dogs and cats can't brush their teeth. But bad breath and yellow teeth aren't just unappealing they can indicate a serious gum disease that can in turn lead to other health problems. A few facts for dental success.  Click here for details