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Get health advice from vets and specialists, from major medical stuff to everyday pet wellness.

Woman at the vet with her pet Corgi dog.
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What’s the Average Vet Bill for a Dog? Cost Breakdown and Tips

Part of being a great pet parent is preparing for your pup’s medical future. Here’s where to get started.

routine care

Want to ace everyday pet wellness? Get tips on vet checks, vaccine schedules, preventative care, DIY remedies, and more.

Woman at the vet with her pet Corgi dog.

Part of being a great pet parent is preparing for your pup’s medical future. Here’s where to get started.

Woman checking her dog for ticks outside.

“The majority of the ticks being found are pulled off of kids, old people, or pets.”

Man snuggling dog's face at home in bed.

Other than using them to tickle you, of course.

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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.

Woman cleaning her dog's ears.

A breakdown of ear infections, treatments, and what to do if your dog is suffering and your finances are tight.

A dog laying under a kitchen table looking sad or tired.

Learn the signs and symptoms of this dangerous pathogen.

Woman petting her dog at home on the couch.

And why you might need to.

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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.

skin issues & allergies

Casual scratch? Weird paw lick? Seasonal allergies? Fleas? We’ll help you decipher all the pet skin issues.

A woman sitting in a chair holding a dogs paw in her hand and holding the dogs face in the other hand.

The best paw balms, based on veterinarian recommendations.

Woman checking small Chihuahua for ear mites

Here’s how to spot and treat these very contagious critters that target your dog’s ear canals.

Pug dog scooting on a wooden floor in the kitchenFunny dog enjoying scratching his bum on grass at public dog park.

A vet on what to do when “anal sacs go bad.”

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grooming

Pet grooming? Not always glamorous. Get DIY nail-clipping tutorials, bath-time tricks, and celeb groomer tips to keep your pet looking (and feeling) good.

Pug dog scooting on a wooden floor in the kitchenFunny dog enjoying scratching his bum on grass at public dog park.

A vet on what to do when “anal sacs go bad.”

Woman giving her Labrador dog a bath in the tub.

Pro tip: It’s probably less often than you’d think.

A wheaten terrier getting a haircut to remove the hair from over his eyes

Tools to keep your pet looking so fresh and so clean, from bamboo hair brushes to biodegradable wipes.

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safety

Get tips on pet-proofing your digs, keeping them warm (or cool) through the seasons, and avoiding all the toxic stuff…like toys, plants, and everything else they try to eat.

Pitbull sitting in a car alone on a hot, summer day.

As the temps rise, it becomes extremely risky for your pet’s health.

Woman checking her dog for ticks outside.

“The majority of the ticks being found are pulled off of kids, old people, or pets.”

Black lab swimming in pool

In the pool, a lake, a river, or the ocean.

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holistic vet care

Check out the latest alternative pet care treatments, like massage techniques, herbal remedies, and other not-so-traditional therapies.

Woman looking lovingly at her dog at home.
a brown dog sleeps on a gray couch, surrounded by white pillows

In fact, it chills them out.

Woman giving dog a massage.

Follow these tips to get treatments covered by your plan.

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Emergencies & First Aid

Learn who to call for pet emergencies, how to know when a pet injury is an emergency, and other urgent care advice to help in a pinch.

Woman at the vet with her pet Corgi dog.

Part of being a great pet parent is preparing for your pup’s medical future. Here’s where to get started.

shy dog frightened in the arms of the owner. this brown mixed-breed hound puppy has a sweet gaze. the female owner has a wool sweater

A vet explains why the weather isn’t always to blame.

Wooden table of autumn fruits and grapes, with a woman and a cute dog seated at it.

The answer is no, no, no — and here’s why.

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dental health

Wonder how often you really need to brush your pet’s teeth? Here's everything you need to know about caring for their pearly whites.

Woman brushing her small white dog's teeth.

And other tips to make sure your dog’s teeth are as healthy as possible.

Dentist examining a dog's teeth.

Find out if your dog can rock some sick neon bands on their teeth like you did in middle school.

Vet looking at a corgi dog's teeth.

Real talk: Your pup’s dental health is a necessary expense.

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