If you have a new puppy or are preparing for one, your world is full of exciting firsts. One of the most important (and potentially overwhelming) of these is your puppy’s first vet visit. But there’s ...

All dogs, from puppyhood through adulthood, should be vaccinated appropriately with the DHPP vaccine. The DHPP vaccine protects against a number of severe viral illnesses in dogs, including distemper, ...

Tod Emko is a writer and conservationist in North Carolina. Tod writes comic books starring his service dog of 12 years (piggytale.com) with all proceeds going to save animals through his nonprofit ...

Canine parvovirus is a contagious virus that spreads by dogs coming into contact with infected feces. Parvovirus (parvo) is very stable and difficult to kill as the virus can live for years on many ...

Kennel cough is a contagious disease in dogs characterized by a persistent cough of several days. It is very contagious between dogs, which means it can spread easily in shelter environments or in ...

Brittany Chrusciel is a journalist with a background in travel and destination reporting. A childhood interest in veterinary science led her to attend The Academy of Allied Health and Science high ...

When the weather gets warmer, it's time to look for signs of heat stroke in cats. Learn about causes, treatment options, and ...

Cats are part of the family. Some might say they run the household! But what happens when you need to be away from home? To ensure feline family members are in safe hands, many pet parents are turning ...

If you’re a new dog parent or just exploring ways to keep your furry friend healthy and happy, you’ve probably heard your veterinarian talk about the importance of spaying or neutering. These ...

All featured products are chosen at the discretion of the GreatPetCare editorial team and do not reflect a direct endorsement by the author or reviewer. Gastrointestinal problems are no walk in the ...

If you’ve ever noticed a red, moist, irritated patch of skin on your favorite feline, you’re not alone. These painful skin lesions could be what’s known as hot spots on cats (or acute moist dermatitis ...