Diseases

The Dog Chef makes customized meal plans that are healthy dog food

Diseases

Meet the Dog Chef

I met Kevyn Matthews, "The Dog Chef", purely by chance. We were both attending last week’s Anthony Rubio event at Doggie Do & Playtime Too. As we...

dog with prostate cancer

Diseases

Movember: Help Animals and Dogs Fight Prostate Cancer

November has been renamed Movember. That is not a typo; November is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. In honor of the month, an international movement...

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Diseases

Common Cat and Dog Cancer Conditions

November marks National Pet Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about one of the top diseases that affects cats and dogs....

cat with flu

Diseases

Can a Dog or Cat Catch a Cold or Flu?

Zoonotic disease is defined as an illness that can be passed from animals to humans, but not in the reverse. There are a few conditions which are...

Popular Articles in Diseases

Illness Symptoms in Dogs
Here's a list of the most common sick dog symptoms and what those symptoms could mean. Info on dog illness symptoms including lethargy and vomiting.
Q: Why do Dogs and Cats Eat Grass?
Q: My dog eats grass and my cat eats grass too! Why do they do this? Does it mean they are sick?
Can a Dog or Cat Catch a Cold or Flu?
Can dogs and cats get colds from humans? Petside examines reverse zoonosis and the concern that humans can spread illnesses to family pets....
Meet the Dog Chef
I met Kevyn Matthews, "The Dog Chef", purely by chance. We were both attending last week’s Anthony Rubio event at Doggie Do & Playtime Too. As we...

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Cognitive Dysfunction in Pets

Cognitive dysfunction, also known as cognitive decline or dementia, is a condition that affects…

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Terminal Illness and Your Pet

Pt. 1: Diagnosis and Care Learning that your pet has been diagnosed with a terminal illness can be…

Dr. Gerald Post and his Miniature Schnauzer

Pet Melanoma Treatment

What does oral cancer in pets have in common with melanoma (skin cancer) in people? Veterinarians…

Canine Vaccinations: A Shot in the Bark 0

Canine Vaccinations

Getting annual boosters for your dog is just part of being a good owner, right? Well, some…

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Breast Cancer Affects Dogs

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness month. During the month of October, many people…

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Video: Pet Cancer Treatments

Have a dog with cancer or a cat that's suffering as well? You should know that there is hope. Dr.…

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Our Pets' Battle With Obesity

Our pets keep getting fatter. According to the latest released survey from the American Association…

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Bladder Cancer Awareness Month

Did you know that both dogs and people get bladder cancer? Did you know that some dog breeds are…

Feline AIDS

What is Feline AIDS?

Q: I keep hearing about feline AIDS. What is this and how do cats get it? Is my family at risk?…

Dog with Arthritis

Canine Arthritis Research

According to the spring edition of Bellwether, the magazine of the University of Pennsylvania…

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Diabetes in Dogs and Cats

Diabetes in dogs and cats is a common medical condition found among older pets. The condition is a…