Latest articles by Catherine Barnette DVM
Cats When does a kitten become a cat? Being able to answer this question will help you to provide the best possible care for your feline friend
Vet's guide When and why do veterinarians prescribe tramadol for dogs? Read on to find out...
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 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
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 Diabetes in dogs isn’t a condition to take lightly, but it can often be successfully managed
Advice Although there is no cure for diabetes insipidus in dogs, it’s a rare condition that can usually be successfully managed
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!
How To Rabbit care is very important, so do it properly, because they make great family pets
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?
Advice How long do guinea pigs live? Let’s find out and answer other guinea pig questions you’ve been asking
Advice They are a canine staple, but are dog treats healthy for your pup?
Advice Finding blood in dog stool can be alarming. What should you do if you encounter this situation?
Advice Wondering 'why do dogs eat poop?' There are a number of possible causes, but this behavior rarely indicates a serious illness
Vet's guide There are multiple causes of stomatitis in cats, and there are also multiple treatment approaches
Cushing’s disease in dogs is a relatively common endocrine (hormonal) disorder, especially in middle-aged to older dogs.
