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

routine care

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

cat biting person's hand

Take things slow to figure out what works best for their pearly whites

Smiling woman wiping ears of dog

Heed all those cautionary tales about cotton buds

A dog sneezing near a blossoming tree.

And what can I (or should I) do when my dog keeps sneezing?

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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.

A woman petting her cat on the couch

They’re not what you’d think, according to veterinary behaviourist Dr Margaret Gruen

kitten lying on the floor breathing through his mouth

“Cats don’t pant to cool off like dogs do.” Unless your pet is catching their breath after doing the zoomies, Dr Gary Weitzman says panting could be cause for concern

Confused dog lying in a field a green

The charity has seen an influx of marijuana poisoning cases in recent years



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skin issues & allergies

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

cat hair loss

Don’t start shopping for cat wigs yet. But if your Persian is looking more like a Sphynx, underlying health conditions could be to blame for your cat’s hair loss

Portrait of siberian cat with green eyes by the window.

How to prevent an ear infection (and treat one if it’s too late)

a picture of a young tabby cat scratching and sticking their tongue out

Help an itchy kitty out

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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.

Cat enjoying laying on girl's legs and being cuddled

Expert tips and the best tools for getting the job done without a scratch

cat hair loss

Don’t start shopping for cat wigs yet. But if your Persian is looking more like a Sphynx, underlying health conditions could be to blame for your cat’s hair loss

Portrait of siberian cat with green eyes by the window.

How to prevent an ear infection (and treat one if it’s too late)

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safety

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

Cat eating out of metal bowl

Sharing isn’t always caring. Keep your cat safe by keeping these human snack staples to yourself

A rescue cat on a longtail fishing boat looks at the water for fish in Thailand.

More importantly: do they want to?

If you’d like your kitten to grow up with outdoor access, here’s what to know to help keep them safe

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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.

A dog standing in a lavender field.

A psychologist explains how stimulating scents can influence a dog’s behaviour

Dog in an MRI machine
brown french bulldog sat in sand

New online tool tackles French Bulldog breeding issues

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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 emergency care advice to help in a pinch.

kitten lying on the floor breathing through his mouth

“Cats don’t pant to cool off like dogs do.” Unless your pet is catching their breath after doing the zoomies, Dr Gary Weitzman says panting could be cause for concern

Cat eating out of metal bowl

Sharing isn’t always caring. Keep your cat safe by keeping these human snack staples to yourself

Confused dog lying in a field a green

The charity has seen an influx of marijuana poisoning cases in recent years



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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 carefully cleaning a dog in a bathtub.

Spa days can happen at home

cat biting person's hand

Take things slow to figure out what works best for their pearly whites

a golden retriever looks at the camera with a chew in their mouth

It’s not just because they’re yummy

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