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Kennel Cough in Dogs: Symptoms, Treatments, Vaccine

Kennel cough in dogs is an upper respiratory tract infection. Learn about canine kennel cough symptoms, treatments, vaccination, and more.

Tricolored dog sitting on a sidewalk looking up

Dog Ear Problems: Signs, Common Causes, Treatment

Learn common causes and symptoms of dog ear problems, as well as potential treatment methods.

Tan and white dog with large ears sitting on a dog bed

Cat Hyperthyroidism: Symptoms and Treatments

Learn about the symptoms of hyperthyroidism in cats, an endocrine disorder, as well as the possible treatments.

Older brown tabby cat's face

Cat Diabetes: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment

Learn about cat diabetes symptoms — plus the causes, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of feline diabetes.

Senior orange tabby-and-white cat looking up next to a food bowl

Cat Throwing Up: Causes, When to See Vet & Treatment

Cat throwing up? Understand acute vs. chronic vomiting, what causes it, emergency warning signs to watch for, and when your cat needs veterinary care now.

Gray-and-white cat on a cat tree shelf looking at the camera

Cat and Dog Arthritis: Integrative Treatment Options

Besides medication, learn about integrative treatment options for cat and dog arthritis, including diet changes, supplements, and physical therapy.

Dog who is receiving arthritis treatment playing with a ball

Overweight Dogs and Cats: Pet Obesity Risks

Overweight pets are at increased risk of diabetes, pancreatitis and joint problems. Diet, exercise and maintaining a healthy weight is important.

Overweight cat. Obesity in pets is a health concern.

Cat Ringworm: Signs, Spread, Diagnosis, Treatment

How do you know if your cat has ringworm? Learn about the symptoms, how ringworm is passed, and ringworm treatments.

Cat Hair Loss: Causes and Treatment

Cat hair loss has many causes: ringworm, parasites, allergies, excessive grooming. Learn more about why your cat has a bald spot and how to treat cat hair loss.

Orange tabby, who is experiencing some cat hair loss, licking his paw

FIV in Cats: Feline Immunodeficiency Virus FAQs

What is FIV in cats? Learn about the signs and symptoms, causes and transmission, diagnosis and treatment of feline immunodeficiency virus.

tabby cat with FIV (feline immunodeficiency virus) sitting and looking up

Upper Respiratory Infection (URI) in Cats: Causes, Treatments

Upper respiratory infection (URI) in cats is common but can be tricky to treat. Learn about the potential causes and treatment options for cat URIs.

Long-hair black kitten, who has a cat URI, lying on a blanket

Caring for an Incontinent Cat

Caring for an incontinent cat can be a rewarding experience, though it does take some knowledge and dedication. Learn more about cat incontinence.

Lucy, an incontinent cat, lying next to a rainbow toy

Degenerative Myelopathy in Dogs: Signs, Stages, Treatment

Degenerative myelopathy in dogs is a disease that affects the spinal cord. Learn about degenerative myelopathy signs, stages, and potential treatments.

White-and-brown dog posing with a cocked head next to an orange chair

Cat and Dog Parasites: Fleas, Ticks and Worms

Get information about dog and cat ectoparasites and internal parasites, including fleas, ticks, heartworms, and testing and treatment options.

This poodle mix takes medication to prevent parasites, including heartworm.

Kidney Disease in Dogs

Canine kidney disease is often a chronic issue in older dogs. A Best Friends vet describes the symptoms of the organ function problem.

Kidney Disease In Dogs

Kidney Disease in Cats: Causes, Signs, and Treatment

Learn about kidney disease in cats: signs and symptoms, causes, treatment options (including new options like renal transplant), and prognosis.

orange-and-white cat lying down