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Close-up of a fluffy grey and white Maine Coon cat with a peaceful expression as a human hand pets its head, causing drool to drip from its mouth

Why Does My Cat Drool When I Pet Him? Unraveling This Feline Quirk

2 April 2024

Why do cats drool when you pet them? From being relaxed to having dental problems, it all depends on what your cat is trying to tell you.

Concerned owner examining white dog poop on the ground, with a curious Shih Tzu sniffing the unusual feces on a well-manicured lawn

Is White Dog Poop Dangerous? Understanding the Causes

31 March 2024

Reasons why dog poop might be white, from diet to health concerns to other causes, and how to make sure your dog's digestive system is working properly.

Owner kneeling next to dog on a bed, gently scolding the dog with a submissive posture

How to Get Your Dog to Stop Peeing on the Bed: Expert Advice

30 March 2024

Some helpful ways to get your dog to stop peeing on the bed, such as house training, positive reinforcement, and dealing with health concerns.

Golden retriever with mouth open, tongue hanging out, panting heavily in a grassy outdoor setting

Why Do Dogs Pant? The Science Behind This Behavior

28 March 2024

When dogs pant, they are using their tongues to help them cool down and to improve their sense of smell.

Close-up of a tabby cat looking guilty and avoiding eye contact after peeing on a beige carpet

How to Get Your Cat to Stop Peeing on the Carpet: Solutions That Work

27 March 2024

Ways to prevent a cat from peeing on the carpet, such as dealing with health problems, making sure the litter box is right, using deterrents, cleaning, and retraining.

Owner gently applying a damp cloth to the nose of a calico Maine Coon cat to stop a nosebleed

Cat Nosebleeds: Causes, First Aid, and When to See the Vet

24 March 2024

Causes, treatments, and when to go to the vet for emergency care for nosebleeds in cats, as well as the medical issues that could be causing them.

Closeup of an Abyssinian cat with a distinctive ticked coat pattern, mouth slightly open but not making a sound

Why Doesn't My Cat Meow? Understanding Feline Vocalization

23 March 2024

Causes of decreased meowing in cats, such as genetics, temperament, age, health conditions, environmental factors, and ways to increase meowing.

A concerned dog owner gently inspecting the belly area of a German Shepherd for any unusual growths or moles

Moles on Dogs: Causes, Characteristics, and When to Be Concerned

23 March 2024

Causes, symptoms, and treatments of dog skin tags, including how to tell if a growth is cancerous and ways to prevent them.

A gentle golden retriever with Down syndrome sitting calmly in a grassy backyard, with a loving owner's hand petting its head

Golden Retrievers With Down Syndrome: What You Need to Know

23 March 2024

Golden retrievers that have Down syndrome, including their developmental delays, physical characteristics, medical problems, and the special care that they need to help them live healthy lives.

Veterinarian holding a stool sample from a Flat-Coated Retriever with a glossy black coat

Black Dog Poop But Acting Normal: What Does It Mean?

22 March 2024

Causes of black dog poop can range from dietary adjustments to more severe medical problems such as internal bleeding or stomach issues that need to be addressed by a vet.

Worried owner gently examining the incision site on a Bernese Mountain Dog's stomach

Signs of Trouble After Dog Neutering: What to Look For

20 March 2024

Signs to look out for after dog neutering, such as excessive swelling, bleeding, tiredness, vomiting, and straining to pee.

Concerned veterinarian examining a Greyhound dog in a clinic with medical equipment in the background

Do Dogs Get STDs? What to Know About Canine Sexual Health

13 March 2024

Sexually transmitted diseases in dogs including Brucellosis, Herpes Virus, and CTVT: how they are transmitted, their symptoms, how they are diagnosed, how they are treated, and how they can be prevented.