Latest articles by Catherine Barnette DVM
Vet's Guide When looking for suggestions on feeding a cat, it’s easy to find yourself on information overload. Read on for 5 simple tips.
Advice Given their active nature, it’s only natural to wonder “do guinea pigs sleep?” To properly care for your new guinea pig, you should understand their behavior and medical needs.
Advice Wondering why do cats sleep so much? The answer may surprise you
Advice Emergency vet costs can soon mount up. Find out how much you might need should the worst happen
Advice It’s common to wonder “is pet insurance worth it?” In order to answer that question, we break down the pros and cons
Vet's guide Dog flu, or canine influenza, is a highly contagious virus. Is your dog at risk?
Advice Do you need to go to the pet emergency clinic or can it wait until your veterinarian’s office opens in the morning?
How to Tips on how to use Kong toys to enrich your dog’s day and provide mental stimulation
How to While kittens are often regarded as a low-maintenance pet, kitten behavior problems can (and do!) occur
How to Learning how to measure a dog for a harness can be a challenge, but with these top tips, you'll have your hound kitted out in no time!
Advice Do you know how (and how often) to clean litter boxes? Our vet tells you all the do's and don'ts of cat litter box cleaning
How to Sleep issues aren’t just for puppies; how to get a dog to sleep is something even the owners of an adult dog may wonder about!
Advice While resource guarding in dogs can be challenging to predict and prevent, our top tips will help you correct this possessive behavior
Vet's guide Is skunk spray dangerous, or just stinky? Learn more about how skunk spray can affect your dog
Advice Dogs love a tasty treat, but how many treats per day for a dog is safe? We reveal the perfect daily portion and which treats are best for your canine companion
Advice Can you give a dog melatonin? Maybe, depending on your pooch and your goals. Read on to learn about the uses of melatonin in dogs
How to When you’re battling fleas, it’s important to know how to give a dog a flea bath safely and to know your alternatives
Advice Unless you have intentionally put your cat on a diet, a cat losing weight is a red flag
Advice Like humans, pets are prone to obesity. Here’s how to help your dog maintain a healthy weight.
Groom at home or leave it to the professionals? These dog grooming tips will help you make the right decision for you and your canine.
Advice Choosing the best dog food for senior dogs can maximize your older dog’s health by providing the best possible nutrition
Advice Cat enrichment can offer significant benefits for your cats, if you understand what it is and how to implement it appropriately
Advice Finding cat pee on the bed, or anywhere outside of the litter box, is a frustrating problem. But there are solutions, read on to learn more
