Latest articles by Catherine Barnette DVM
When does a kitten become a cat?
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
Tramadol for dogs: Vet's guide to uses, side effects and dosage
Vet's guide When and why do veterinarians prescribe tramadol for dogs? Read on to find out...
Diabetes in cats: A vet’s guide
Advice With proactive treatment, you and your veterinarian can work together to manage diabetes in cats.
Pain meds for dogs: Vet's guide to what to give a dog for pain
Vet's guide Choosing the right pain meds for dogs can help you maximize benefits while minimizing the risk of side effects
How to tell a cat’s age: A vet’s guide
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
What is the FVRCP vaccine for cats? Vet's guide to uses and side effects
Vet's guide The FVRCP vaccine is strongly recommended for all cats. Learn why in this article
Carprofen for dogs: Dosage, uses and side effects
Vet's guide Carprofen for dogs is one of the most common pain medications used in veterinary medicine
How often do dogs need rabies shots?
Advice How often do dogs need rabies shots? The answer to that question depends on several factors.
Why is my dog coughing? A vet answers…
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!
Why are my dog’s eyes red? Vet's guide to causes and treatment
Vet's guide Have you ever wondered “why are my dog’s eyes red?” Our vet explains
Can dogs have panic attacks? Vet's guide to causes and treatment
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?
Diabetes in dogs: a vet's guide
Advice Diabetes in dogs isn’t a condition to take lightly, but it can often be successfully managed
Diabetes insipidus in dogs: a vet's guide
Advice Although there is no cure for diabetes insipidus in dogs, it’s a rare condition that can usually be successfully managed
How long does a cat hold a grudge? Do cats hold grudges and why?
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!
Guide to rabbit care: Five tips to keep your bunny healthy
How To Rabbit care is very important, so do it properly, because they make great family pets
Serval cats: Can you keep as a pet? History, care and breed information
Vet's guide Serval cats are certainly attention-getting and unique, but can they make good pets?
Are cat backpacks cruel? A vet's view
Advice They’re certainly fun to look at, but are cat backpacks cruel to cats?
How long do guinea pigs live? Your top six guinea pig questions answered
Advice How long do guinea pigs live? Let’s find out and answer other guinea pig questions you’ve been asking
Are dog treats healthy? How much is too much?
Advice They are a canine staple, but are dog treats healthy for your pup?
Blood in dog stool: what you need to know
Advice Finding blood in dog stool can be alarming. What should you do if you encounter this situation?
Why do dogs eat poop? We asked a vet…
Advice Wondering 'why do dogs eat poop?' There are a number of possible causes, but this behavior rarely indicates a serious illness
Stomatitis in cats: Vet’s guide to symptoms and treatment
Vet's guide There are multiple causes of stomatitis in cats, and there are also multiple treatment approaches
A Vet’s guide to Cushing’s disease in dogs
Cushing’s disease in dogs is a relatively common endocrine (hormonal) disorder, especially in middle-aged to older dogs.
