Floods have the unfortunate distinction of being the most common natural disaster in the United States. Floods can develop slowly as a result of rain or snow, or they can come on quickly and with no warning, as in the case of flash floods. Not only can floods cause major damage, they can also be […]

Are antlers for dogs safe for pets to chew on? They actually pose potential health risks to your dog. Learn why, as well as safer alternatives to antlers for dogs.

Every once in awhile, your veterinarian gives you unpleasant news. Sometimes, that news sounds like this: “Your dog has worms.” Nobody wants to hear that her dog has internal parasites, but worms in dogs are more common than you might think. They are also usually treatable. One of the medications veterinarians frequently prescribe for dogs […]

On Wednesday, November 8, one dozen animal bills impacting dogs and breeders are on the agenda for review by the Massachusetts Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources, and Agriculture (JENRA). The hybrid public hearing is scheduled to start at 1PM. The American Kennel Club Government Relations Department (AKC GR) has tracked most of these bills […]

Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) in dogs is a neurologic condition affecting the spinal cord. It can range in severity, from pain to paralysis.

Dogs have an extra nail near their paws on their front legs, called dewclaws. Dewclaws can help dogs accomplish a variety of tasks, but what are they for?

Glaucoma in dogs is caused by increased pressure in the eyeball, and it can lead to severe pain and blindness. Learn about signs and potential treatments.

Canine herpes virus can affect adult dogs as well as puppies, and it's important to take precautions against it since so many dogs get it.

Many dermatological conditions cause flaky, inflamed, itchy skin for our pups, but one of the most commonly diagnosed skin diseases is pyoderma in dogs.

Dog paralysis may be permanent or temporary, depending on the cause. Common causes include infections, trauma, spinal stroke and disk disease.