Many of the same health problems that affect us, including hearing loss, also affect our pets. Fortunately, most pets adapt very well to the disability with a little help from their owners. What Causes Hearing Loss in Pets? Some pets are born deaf or hard of hearing, while others develop hearing loss

Do cats really have nine lives? Find out if these and other pet myths are true.

Wondering why your pet is coughing? Check out three common reasons.

Over the last several years, numerous dog food brands and treats have been recalled for chemical contamination or Salmonella. This last summer many dog food brands were recalled due to Salmonella; all were manufactured in a Diamond Pet Foods plant in Gaston, South Carolina, USA. This plant makes many

The effects of secondhand smoke on people are well-documented. Exposure to tobacco smoke causes a variety of serious health problems, including stroke, heart disease, and lung cancer, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Not surprisingly, secondhand smoke also increases the risk

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Does your pet dislike visiting the vet? These tips may make visits less stressful.

Regular skin care is the key to helping your wrinkled dog avoid painful infections.

Has your pet been a little moody lately? Find out if depression may be to blame.

Can you spot the signs of feline flu?

Are humans the only mammals who dream? Find out if your pet experiences dreams and nightmares.

Wondering what to do if your pet eats grass? Take a look at a few ideas.

Bloat may end your dog's life if you're not aware of the symptoms.

Even healthy dogs vomit from time to time. Find out what causes the common health problem.

There are an increasing number of cases of dogs getting sick from ingesting a common sugar substitute, xylitol. This substance causes no problems in people, but in dogs it can cause wild fluctuations in blood sugar, often leading to a severe hypoglycemia. It can also cause liver failure. Xylitol is

People love sweets and so do many dogs. In fact, some dogs love their family's sweet treats and sneak bites of it when the humans aren't looking. You or your children probably also share goodies with your family pet. Many sweets are made with the substance called xylitol. Xylitol is used to manufacture