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Now that you have decided to introduce a dog into your home, you and everyone else in your household might be ready to bring home a new 4-legged family member right away. Don’t just rush out to a pet store to pick out a dog, though. Instead, take your time...

Going on vacation or traveling for business when you have pets can cause some stress and worry. Assuming you aren’t taking your furry friend along with you, you will need to arrange for someone to care for them. How can you be sure that your pet care choice will be...

Service animals and emotional support animals are used by people with disabilities for many reasons. A person with diabetes might use a service dog to alert them to low or high blood sugar events, for example, while someone who suffers from anxiety might benefit from having an emotional support animal...

February is an important month when it comes to your—and your pet’s—teeth. It’s not only Dental Health Month for humans but also National Pet Dental Health Month for animals. Though you probably make it a priority to take good care of your teeth by brushing, flossing, and seeing your dentist...

The 91st Annual Western Veterinary Conference (WVC 2019) will take place at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV, from February 17-20, 2019. This yearly veterinary event offers a number of educational resources for professionals in the field of animal care, allowing attendees to… Connect with like-minded colleagues—both...

Border collies make excellent pets, and their intelligence and friendly demeanor make them popular among families, K9 sports enthusiasts, farmers, and many other individuals. Whether you are considering adding a border collie to your household or already have one of these whip-smart dogs to call your own, it is wise...

Many families choose to add a new pet to their homes around the holidays. This time of year can be ideal, particularly if parents and children are off from work and school for 1-2 weeks at the end of December and into January. At any time of year, however, there...

January is a time for resolutions, and if you’re a dog owner, one resolution might be to finally train your dog… A well-trained dog is a pleasure to have in and around the home, but a dog that is not trained well can be not only a nuisance but also...

Before you bring your new pet home, it’s a good idea to begin the search for a veterinarian. When you first get your pet, you should take them to the vet to have an exam and any vaccinations needed. This should include a fecal examination to check for internal parasites....

The 2019 VMX (Veterinary Meeting & Expo) is scheduled for January 19-23 in Orlando, Florida. Due to the large number of activities available to attendees, the veterinary conference will be spread throughout various locations in the city, including the Orange County Convention Center, the Rosen Centre Hotel, and the Hyatt...