Dr. Lauren Demos

If you are your cat’s favorite buddy and she loves to curl on your lap or sit beside you, you have likely noticed her making a soft, constant buzzing sound. Th…

By Nicole Cosgrove

Acne can be annoying and frustrating, no matter which species it affects. And, just like humans, dogs are also prone to acne, with many similarities occurring…

By Dr. Lauren Demos

Lead poisioning in cats? You might think it is no longer an issue, given all the laws that limit or restrict the use of lead in modern society. But, you’d be w…

By Dr. Lauren Demos

Most people have heard of intervertebral disc disease (IVDD)—whether in people, dogs, cats, or other species. While intervertebral disc disease is not unique t…

By Dr. Lauren Demos

As the owner of a cat, you know that your feline friend grooms himself regularly by licking every little bit of his fur. This self-grooming is done to remove d…

By Nicole Cosgrove

Bumps on your dog’s skin can be challenging and, more so, concerning. What caused the bump? Will it hurt my dog? How concerned should I be? One of the more com…

By Dr. Lauren Demos

Canine distemper is the name of a virus that can cause severe illness in dogs. The virus can also infect wildlife carnivore species, including foxes, mink, and…

By Nicole Cosgrove

It is not uncommon to find lumps and bumps on the skin of cats of all ages. Cats are curious creatures that definitely get into all sorts of adventures—some of…

By Dr. Lauren Demos

Dogs are man’s best friend, but could it have less to do with our canines' loyalty and more to do with their genetic makeup? How much of it do they share with…

By Keri-Beth Clur

Whether they do it in the litter box or the garden, we have all witnessed our cats carefully burying their poop, and the behavior can seem strange indeed. But…

By Oliver Jones