It's distressing to find out that your cat has missed the litter box and confusing as to why. It could be due to feline idiopathic cystitis (FIC), one of the main causes of inappropriate urination. Feline idiopathic cystitis signs FIC can develop without any obvious...

Did you know that your cat communicates quite a bit through her body language? When you know what signs to look for, you can figure out what your kitty is saying. Read on to learn about a feline's physical cues. Signs of an alert, happy cat A happy cat seeking...

As winter continues on around here in Oakland, New Jersey, your pets may be feeling a bit bored. With fewer squirrels, birds, and other creatures passing by the window, cats don't have much to gaze at. Dogs might be feeling cooped up with all of the indoor time. Try...

The winter weather can mean more than just colder temps for some pets. It can also mean painful, aching joints. Cold or wet weather causes more discomfort for arthritic pets, and many of them experience difficulty with rising, playing, and lying down. You can help...

You heave a sigh of relief as soon as you cross your home’s threshold. Your pet likely feels the same way, as those four walls create a protective, peaceful sanctuary from the terrors of the outside world. If your four-legged friend is reduced to a quivering pile of...

As a pet owner, your home is probably filled to the brim with your furry friend’s toys, treats, and nifty gadgets. But as Christmas approaches, you can’t leave your four-legged companion off your holiday shopping list. Check out these three paw-sitively awesome gifts...

The holidays can be a beautiful time of year: shimmering decorations, twinkling lights, festive music, lots of great food. But it can be easy to forget that not everything about the holidays is appropriate for our pets, with some items being harmful to our furry...

You may have long been hearing ads this season, urging us humans to get our annual flu shots. Coming down with a case of the flu is no joke, and the same goes for dogs. Did you know that pups can contract canine influenza? Here's what you need to know. What is the dog...

Halloween is coming up soon, and maybe you've already picked up that dinosaur costume for your dog. Before this spooky holiday arrives, it's good to be aware of how you can protect your pet so that everyone (human or animal) can enjoy their evening. Here are our tips...

This article is from the Washington Post. Some tips for living a long, healthy life: Eat right. Get plenty of sleep and exercise. And get a dog. After reviewing 10 studies that included data on 3.8 million participants, the authors determine that “dog ownership was...