Rat lungworms are hazardous to people and their pets alike. These parasites hitch rides in several hosts, including snails and slugs. Now, Cuban treefrogs have been added to the list....

Pet insurance is great for buffering unexpected veterinary expenses. But be sure to factor in policy-associated costs when determining the most responsible financial plan for your situation. If your budget’s...

Early this year, a large bird of prey was rescued in Singapore after being found unable to fly due to feather loss from its wings and tail. Normally, molting and...

Similar to people, pets are living longer lives these days due to improved veterinary care and dietary habits. But with extended lives comes a whole new set of age-related conditions,...

It’s no surprise that dogs and kids love each other. But that’s not all they have in common. Cancer is the number one cause of disease-related death in children. And...

A hunt raging out West is the latest salvo in a pitched battle involving the iconic gray wolf. For decades, it’s been at the mercy of humans either intent on...

At some point, your dog may need professional training. The question is, how do you find a good fit? Most dogs need skill training, a time when the trainer teaches...

Nearly 1 in 300 dogs and 1 in 230 cats have diabetes — and the numbers keep going up. As in people, diabetes in our pets is usually treated with...

Asian longhorned ticks are swarming the United States, many carrying blood parasites that cause bovine theileriosis [tī-leer-ē-Ō-sus] — or bovine anemia. Along with red blood cell destruction, theileriosis in cattle...

Do we think it’s okay if wildlife isn’t “wild” anymore? We ask because certain species are thriving in captivity while nearing extinction in the wild. Take the axolotl [ax-ah-LŎT-ahl], an...