Q: My elderly mother, who lives on her own nearby, has a cat named Emmy whom she adores. My mother is getting a little forgetful, and her balance is worsening. How can I help her with Emmy, or should I find Emmy a new home? A: With a little help from you, your mother should…
Install a Pet Door
If your pet likes being outdoors some of the time, you know how much they appreciate having their own private door to go outside and come in at their whim. So, a pet door makes everyone happy. The only downside is a pet door may invite animals other than your own inside your home, which…
Unsteady Heartbeat May Be Normal In Dog
Q: I adopted a pit bull who had lost one ear in the fighting ring, so I named him van Gogh. He is a healthy, sweet, gentle guy who loves to snuggle. When we lie on the couch watching television and my arm drapes across his chest, I sometimes notice that his heart beats in…
Dog Photography Awards Reveals Top Dog Pictures of 2022—Avalanche Search K9s, Frisbees, and More
The abundant virtues of dog companionship are celebrated in full display in an annual worldwide dog photography competition, featuring some of the top dog photographs of the last year! The Dog Photography Awards 2022 displays canine virtues such as: trust shown by dogs navigating obstacle courses at the commands of their masters; life, as exhibited…
Many Reasons Dogs Prefer Certain People
Q: Our dog Pearl seems to prefer my wife to me, and that hurts my feelings. Do you know why? Can I do anything to convince Pearl to like me more? A: A few possible reasons come to mind. Does your wife feed Pearl? Does she spend more time with her? Does your wife greet…
Cat’s Lymphoma Not Contagious
Q: My cat has lymphoma. I know humans also get this type of cancer. Is it possible for my cat to give me her lymphoma? A: No. Cancers are not transmitted from pets to people, or for that matter, from one person to another. Cats infected with FeLV, the feline leukemia virus, are at greater…
Hamsters Prefer Large Metal Exercise Wheels
Q: My hamster, Cheeky, doesn’t use his exercise wheel. My friends’ hamsters all do. Is Cheeky just lazy, or should I get him a different wheel? A: Most hamsters enjoy their wheels, although some don’t, just like some people don’t relish jogging on a treadmill. One study of wheel preference found that hamsters like large…
Dog Saliva Is Not Antiseptic
Q: After my dog Lola was spayed, her veterinarian fitted her with a plastic Elizabethan collar, or E-collar, to prevent her from licking her surgical incision. Fortunately, the incision is healing well. Why do dogs lick their wounds, and why would our vet want to prevent it? I thought dog saliva contained an antiseptic that…
VIDEO: 3 St. Bernard ‘Nannies’ Take Their Job of Looking After Owner’s Baby Seriously
Toddler William is teeny tiny compared to his three huge dog friends. At 32 pounds he weighs far less than St. Bernards Vinny, Teddy Bear, and Millie, who together total hundreds of pounds. The best big siblings a little boy could have, these gentle giants take their job of looking after him seriously. Parents John,…
New Year’s Resolutions Help Pets Live Longer, Healthier Lives
Q: I love my dog, Jack, and my cat, Annie. They are important members of my family, and I want to keep them with me as long as possible. What are the best ways to help them live long, healthy, happy lives? A: This is the ideal time to make your New Year’s resolutions about…
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