Liquid gold. That’s the nickname for urine I was taught in veterinary medical school. We learned urine could provide us with such valuable insight into a patient’s health, that it was worth its weight ...

OverviewMyiasis is a fancy medical term for a really gross condition: an infestation of maggots. Flies reproduce by laying eggs, which hatch and release maggots. Pets, especially those confined ...

Feline urethral obstruction: Why is my cat licking down there? If you have a male cat, pay heed to his kitty litter habits, as it can be life-threatening if you don’t. In my book, It’s a Dog’s Life… ...

Cat Diet & Nutrition Why is My Cat a Picky Eater? Is your cat a picky eater? You aren't alone. Learn what science has to say about it. Read More > Cat Diet & Nutrition What You Need to Know about ...

We have all seen a car racing down the road with a dog’s head sticking out the window, ears flowing in the wind and lips flapping uncontrollably. “Man, is that dog having fun! He actually looks like ...

Anyone who’s watched their cat go through a bout of vomiting or a case of the sniffles has probably wondered: Can I get sick from my cat? Is what my cat has contagious? The answer is yes. There are ...

Listeria concerns continue to trend this week, as a result of multiple recalls. The pet food brand, ‘Stella & Chewy’s,’ is recalling some of their products due to potential listeria contamination.

Boy, we cat lovers love our cats! Sometimes, to the point of an obsession! We watch their every move and want to understand just what they are doing and why. One of the things cat guardians seem ...

Skin color is determined by melanocyte cells in the skin. Those cells produce melanin which gives skin its color. When skin is exposed to the sun, those cells are stimulated to produce more melanin.

As an emergency specialist, I often see both dogs and cats presenting to the emergency room due to congestive heart failure (CHF). CHF can be caused from several different types of diseases, and ...

Visit Dr. Ernie Ward at www.DrErnieWard.com or on Facebook. One of the most challenging aspects of aging is isolation and loss of social interaction. Whether homebound due to physical challenges or ...

What is ocular proptosis? Ocular proptosis is the forward displacement of the globe (eyeball), typically beyond the eyelids . As you can imagine, it can look like a scene from a Halloween movie. In ...