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conditions & treatments

The medical stuff is stressful. Get expertise on common (and not-so-common) health issues, from causes and symptoms to the latest treatments for pets.

Orange cat scratching himself.

And how to treat them.

Woman holding two kittens at the vet.

Learn the benefits of doing so ASAP.

Veterinarian holding small kitten.

Learn why vets recommend spaying as early as possible.

Ask a Vet

Pet health question that’s not an emergency? Our vet team will answer over email within 48 hours. So, go ahead, ask us about weird poop, bad breath, and everything in between.

Woman looking closely at her cat's skin.

And how to help them heal.

A persons hands petting a coughing Dachschund dog

Luckily, RSV isn’t transmittable between humans and pets. But there are some particularly nasty viral respiratory infections to look out for.

Cat eating kibble from a bowl.

And learn what factors are at play when it comes to your kitty’s cardiac health.

Woman petting her Siamese cat on her lap.

They’re pretty great for people, too.

Cat's Veterinary Check-up.

Pet insurance is ideal, but there are some other options if you're stuck.

Red cat with squinted eyes laying in a basket closeup

Here are all the way your kitty is trying to tell you they’re hurting.

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Cat sleeping at home in the sun.

Nearly 40 domestic cats have been infected with bird flu—two of which have never been outside.

Woman giving her cat a pill.

And learn what alternatives might be better.

Woman holding cat at home.

And how to know if they have one.


Man holding his cat.

Because they’re probably not going to tell you why they just scratched the heck out of the couch.

Woman and dog sitting outside.

August and September are the most active months for rabid bats. Here’s how to keep your pet safe.

Unrecognizable woman petting an ill cat

Learn how to spot the early signs to how to treat them.