Catherine Barnette DVM

Advice Does your dog hate having their teeth cleaned? Find out how to clean dog teeth without brushing

Advice With proactive treatment, you and your veterinarian can work together to manage diabetes in cats.

Vet's guide Choosing the right pain meds for dogs can help you maximize benefits while minimizing the risk of side effects

Vet's guide Caring for your canine companion means being able to recognize signs a dog is in pain

Advice Fading kitten syndrome should be familiar to anyone who breeds cats or raises young kittens

Vet's guide Canine sniffles got you asking, "Why is my dog sneezing"? We're here with the answers you need

Vet's guide If you’re adding a new cat to your family, you’ll want to know how to tell a cat’s age - we reveal what to look out for

Vet's guide The FVRCP vaccine is strongly recommended for all cats. Learn why in this article

Vet's guide Carprofen for dogs is one of the most common pain medications used in veterinary medicine

Vet's guide When your dog is itchy, your veterinarian may prescribe Apoquel for dogs

Advice In the quest for treats and chew toys, many dog owners ask, “can dogs eat chicken bones?” We reveal the answer...

Vet's guide When and why do veterinarians prescribe tramadol for dogs? Read on to find out...

Advice How often do dogs need rabies shots? The answer to that question depends on several factors.

Advice Nearly every dog owner will someday ask, “why is my dog coughing?” All dogs cough occasionally, but when is it serious? Read on to find out!

Vet's guide Have you ever wondered “why are my dog’s eyes red?” Our vet explains

Vet's guide If your dog is startled by loud noises or strangers, what you may want to know is, can dogs have panic attacks?

Advice Sharing a home with a cat who's avoiding you isn't easy, but how long does a cat hold a grudge for and is there anything you can do about it? Let's find out!

Advice If you’ve wondered can you use baby shampoo on dogs, read on to find out what our vet says

Advice Although there is no cure for diabetes insipidus in dogs, it’s a rare condition that can usually be successfully managed

Advice Diabetes in dogs isn’t a condition to take lightly, but it can often be successfully managed

Vet's guide What’s the best way to identify your dog’s heritage? If you're wondering "what breed is my dog?" our vet is on hand with useful pointers

Vet's guide A cat walking in circles can be normal or abnormal, depending on the context

Vet's guide A time investment when you litter train a kitten can maximize your likelihood of success

Vet's guide Serval cats are certainly attention-getting and unique, but can they make good pets?

Advice They’re certainly fun to look at, but are cat backpacks cruel to cats?