VETSTREET NEWS
Dog Rescued From Fast-Moving River
Firefighters saved a Golden Retriever named Sam from being swept away by a New Hampshire river.
VETSTREET DAILY
Blind Pup and Her Guide Need Home
Sarah, a blind Chihuahua, and her seeing-eye dog Max are looking for a family to adopt them.
PET SCOOP
Cameras Capture Cats' Secret Lives
A University of Georgia researcher equipped pet cats with tiny cameras to record their outdoor adventures.
SPECIAL FEATURE
How a Dog's Nose Can Save a Life
From sniffing out cancer to scenting seizures, pups are using their sense of smell to detect human health issues.
Ray Madigral
LIVING WITH PETS
Tricks for Getting a Cat Out of a Tree
If your kitty is stuck in your dogwood, don't call 911 right away. She'll likely climb down when she's hungry.
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CANINE BEHAVIOR
4 Reasons Why Dogs Eat Grass
Your pup might be sampling the lawn, says Dr. Patty Khuly, because he thinks it’s fun or to soothe an upset stomach.
PET HEALTH
When to Say Yes to a Diagnostic Test
Dr. Nancy Kay offers common-sense advice for making decisions about which diagnostic options to pursue.
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DOG TRAINING
The Best Time of Day to Train a Dog
A reader asks Mikkel Becker when he should train his exuberant pup: before or after they go on a walk?
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VIDEO
Helpful Kitty Does the Dishes
Your dog will happily lap the food off your plate, but he won't scrub the pots and pans like this cat.
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BREED SPOTLIGHT
He’s an Easygoing, Gentle Giant
Though he matures slowly, the confident Greater Swiss Mountain Dog works hard at guarding and herding livestock.
Mary Bloom
The Things We Do for Love
These cat and dog owners go the extra mile to show just how much they love their pets. My dog was in my wedding ›
The Vet Experience
Visiting the veterinarian can be scary for your cat or dog, but it doesn’t have to be. Why cats shed so much at the vet ›
- Make Visits to the Vet Easier on Your Pet
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- Signs of a Vet Who's Not Right for Your Pet
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Ask Dr. Marty BeckerView All Experts »
How Should My Dog Meet Other Dogs?
Answer:
It seems counterintuitive, but it is better for dogs to meet off-leash. Let me explain why. Full answer ›
Ask Dr. Marty Becker
Can a Magic Rinse Cure Ear Infections?
No. You're not going to get on top of chronic ear infections once and for all without the help of your veterinarian. Find out more ›
Animals in the News
Vetstreet rounds up a selection of our favorite headline-grabbing critters. Dancing dog wows Simon Cowell ›
Cute Pet Videos
Looking for a video pick-me-up? These adorable clips are sure to make you smile. Puppy and parrot wrestle for yogurt ›