There are many reasons for a dog to lick his lips. Often your dog is using this behaviour to communicate but sometimes there may be an underlying health problem. If your dog licks his lips after eating or in anticipation…

Herpes is the informal term for a human disease caused by a herpesvirus. Cats have their own unique herpesvirus that they can be infected by, they're pretty common and very contagious. However, they cause different sympt…

There are many different situations where our pets may benefit from being treated by someone besides their regular vet. Pets with complex health conditions may need specialist care. Those with sore joints may benefit fro…

Pet insurance is now an important aspect of pet ownership. When you take on a pet, you also take on a responsibility for their health. Animals break their legs, pick up illnesses, eat silly things, and have bodily organs…

Do you get shocked easily? Startled, or scared? This Halloween, let’s take a look at an animal that goes way beyond that: the famous Tennessee fainting goats. Also called myotonic goats, they stiffen up and fall over whe…

Feeding most dogs is a pretty straightforward affair. There’s food, there’s a bowl, and there’s a dog that’s just dying to get their paws on that delicious meal.  But not all canine companions are the same! Depending on…