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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 rubbing her dog's back at home.

Hmm, those weren’t always there...

Man hugging his small dog at home.

That’s interesting...

Man wiping his dog's eyes with a cloth.

Next question: Will they let you anywhere near their eyes to wipe off that gunk?

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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.

Or is it OK to snuggle them close while we recover?

Cat sitting next to his food and water bowl at home.

That doesn’t seem normal...

Orange cat scratching itself in bed.

Your miserable kitty would like to know, too.

Pit Bull Gives Birth to Green Puppy, Family Names Dog Fiona in Cute Nod to the Shrek Movies.

This harmless condition is only temporary. Here’s why it happens.

Orange cat scratching himself.

And how to treat them.

Alaska Airlines plane flying in the air

He says his pup suffered anxiety and breathing issues because of the airline’s actions.

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Someone petting their dog at home in bed.

Learn what’s safe to do when they have tummy troubles.

Girl sits on the couch and looks at the sleeping dog.

And is it normal?

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.

Woman looking closely at her cat's skin.

And how to help them heal.

A cute brown dog laying on a cushion looking sad or tired.

Blue is a good name for a dog—not a good mood.

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.

Woman giving her dog some medicine.

Help them get some relief.

A goldendoodle dog walking sideways on the sidewalk with a leash on.

It may not be anything serious, but you should understand the causes.

Cat eating kibble from a bowl.

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

happy woman with a dog

What happens to a dog’s brain when they get older—and how you can slow it down.

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.

Small black dog itching itself outside in the grass.

And what to look for if you think your pup has them.

A shot of a young woman hugging lovely her little dog while lying down on the sofa in her living room.

You hate to see them like this. Here’s how to (safely) help.

Woman brushing dog's ears at home.

Come out, come out wherever you are, you little pests.

Sad boxer rests on owners lap, dog doesn't want to be touched

Animal behaviorist Karen B. London breaks down the silent ways your pet is trying to tell you they’re hurting.

Woman blowing her nose while her dog sits besides her at home.

Think of the amount of tissues you’d need...

Woman snuggling her dog on the couch at home.

No one likes it when their tummy hurts.

Woman hugging her dog on the couch.

And what you should do if you think your pup is suffering.

Woman walking her brown poodle outside.

Seriously, when will it end?

Woman playing with her dog and his ball outside.

When to see a vet and when you shouldn’t panic.

Woman feeding her dog a supplement at home.

From dry skin to anxiety to allergies, we've got a supplement to help your pup’s specific needs.

Cat sleeping at home in the sun.