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10 of our Favorite Breeds of Small Dogs
10 of our Favorite Breeds of Small Dogs Dogs come in many shapes and sizes. Did you know that there are approximately 91 different breeds of small dogs in the world today? There are many reasons to own a small breed. Research suggests that breeds of small...
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What are Siamese Cats?
What are Siamese Cats? Delightful and charming, cute and clever, the Siamese cats are much-loved with a popular following. They are instantly recognizable with their sparkling blue eyes, characterized by their darker points on their head, tail and legs. If...
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9 Signs Your Dog is Sick
9 Signs Your Dog is Sick We all have off days, but when you’re able to talk it’s easy to explain your alignments and seek help. However, it’s less easy for dogs to communicate their feelings especially when they are unwell. It's important to understand...
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Health Concerns to Watch for With Your Bengal Cat
Health Concerns to Watch for With Your Bengal Cat With its distinctive spotted coat, slender appearance and knowing glance, the Bengal cat has an exotic look with an unmistakable appearance and loud voice. Bengal Cats: Brief History In order to understand...
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What Are African Grey Parrots?
What Are African Grey Parrots? One of the most distinctive breeds of parrot is the African Grey. This gallant bird is known for its stand-out smoky grey tinted feathers that give it such an unusual appearance, and of course, it's chatty persona. African...
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Protecting Your Pets During the Hectic Holiday Season
Protecting Your Pets During the Hectic Holiday Season By Dr. Bruce Little The Holiday Season is upon us! There are some cautions that must be put in place to protect the family pets from illness and accidents during these hectic times. People are busy shopping, making...
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15 Pets in Holiday Pajamas That Will Put You in the Spirit
15 Pets in Holiday Pajamas That Will Put You in the Spirit If the holidays give us permission to do anything, it's to get in some comfy pajamas, snuggle up with a loved one and/or furry friend and relax. Below, check out some of our favorites photos of...
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Holidays With Pets: Important Safety Tips
Holidays With Pets: Important Safety Tips It's that time of year, when there’s plenty of festive spirit to go around, but unfortunately for your pets, the holidays can be dangerous for pets! What you may see as a harmless item of food or decoration could spell major...
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12 Photos Of Maine Coon Kittens That Will Make Your Day
12 Photos Of Maine Coon Kittens That Will Make Your Day 1) What about this one that's basically a tiny lion! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Татьяна Расторгуева (@catsvill_county) on Nov 19, 2018 at 12:07pm PST 2) Or these curious lil bubs...
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Medical Marijuana and Pets
Medical Marijuana and Pets By Dr. Bruce Little Much has been written and discussed over the past two years about marijuana and other plant derived products regarding the use of these products in pets. Since January 2017, records indicate that as many as...
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Signs of Pain in Dogs and Cats
Signs of Pain in Dogs and Cats By Dr. Bruce Little There has been much studied and written by researchers and clinical veterinary practitioners regarding the issue of pain in these pet family members. So much so that organizations such as the American...
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12 Cats That Look Like Croissants
12 Cats That Look Like Croissants 1) Imagine you're just minding your own business and then you see this! You're like "oh! what a tasty croissant!" View this post on Instagram A post shared by October Person (@octoberx6) on Sep 13, 2018 at 4:12pm PDT 2) ...
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Why Do Cats Like Catnip?
Why Do Cats Like Catnip? For a special occasion to celebrate your cat, or even as an everyday treat, you know just the thing: catnip. For centuries, humans found – and continue to find – pleasure in this mint-smelling plant and the way felines react to it....
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Why Do Dogs Curl When They Sleep?
Why Do Dogs Curl When They Sleep? Dogs sleep in all kinds of positions: On their stomachs, on their backs, sprawled out, or curled up. Puppies especially seem to sleep in positions that make them look as if they've collapsed in the middle of something,...
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11 Fierce Photos of Maine Coon Cats
11 Photos of Maine Coon Cats That Prove They're the Fierce Rulers of the Cat World Maine Coons are known as “gentle giants” or the “dogs of the cat world” because of their playful personalities and large size. They’re a favorite of the Veterinarians.com...
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Most Common Types of Cancers in Dogs
Most Common Types of Cancers in Dogs One of the most painful and scary words a veterinarian can use when talking about your pet is cancer. The specter of cancer can cast a fearful shadow over the lives of you and your pet. You'll be concerned about...
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What are Savannah Cats?
What are Savannah Cats? There’s something unmistakably striking about the Savannah cat. Descended from African wild cats and crossed with domestic cats, these exotic hybrids are graceful, captivating and leave you wanting to know more. There’s much more to...
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Safety for Cats and Dogs at Thanksgiving
Safety for Cats and Dogs at Thanksgiving By Dr. Bruce Little Thanksgiving is the time of year when families and friends get together to express their gratitude and celebrate their blessings. One thing to definitely be thankful for is the presence of our...
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10 Things to Watch out for with Your Maine Coon Cat
10 Things to Watch out for with Your Maine Coon Cat The Maine Coon cat is a native cat from Maine and one of the oldest known natural cat breeds in North America. Because of their massive, long-haired and water-resistant coat, they adapt well to cold...
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Cancer in Dogs and Cats
Cancer in Dogs and Cats By Dr. Bruce Little Although cancer in pets differs very little from cancer in humans, it remains a complex, misunderstood, and disheartening tragedy when our four-legged family members are diagnosed with some form of the dreaded...
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What You Need to Know About Dogs With Anxiety
What You Need to Know About Dogs With Anxiety Dogs suffer from anxiety just like people do. Any dog breed is susceptible to anxiety and, if left untreated, it can lead to serious behavioral problems. There are three basic reasons that dogs become anxious:...
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National Canine Lymphoma Awareness Day
National Canine Lymphoma Awareness Day National Canine Lymphoma Awareness Day is observed every year on November 7th. This day helps to generate awareness about canine lymphoma, and nudge every pet parent to check their dogs regularly. According to the...
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Pet Spotlight for Adopt a Senior Pet Month
Pet Spotlight for Adopt a Senior Pet Month November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month! Studies have shown that older pets have a hard time being adopted than their younger counterparts. However, there are benefits to adopting an older pet, including that they're...
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How to Spot and Treat Ear Mites in Dogs and Cats
How to Spot and Treat Ear Mites in Dogs and Cats By Dr Bruce Little Otodectes cynotis, more commonly called ear mites, have been found in dogs, cats, foxes and ferrets worldwide. Ear mites are common in young dogs and cats, and generally confine themselves...
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Happy Halloween! Our Favorite Halloween Costumes For Dogs This Year
Happy Halloween! Our Favorite Halloween Costumes For Dogs This Year Since our headquarters is in New York City, we were lucky to be able to attend this year's Tompkins Square Park Halloween Dog Parade, held in the Lower East Side of Manhattan. We saw lots...
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Which Cats are Hypoallergenic?
Which Cats are Hypoallergenic? Are Sphynx Cats Hypoallergenic? Read on. Most people think their allergic reactions to cats come from the animals’ fur. In reality, the source of the allergy originates in the saliva of the cat. When cats grooms themselves,...
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Cat Sounds: What Do They Mean?
Cat Sounds: What Do They Mean? Every cat owner knows that cats are good at vocalizing their needs. Some cats talk more than others, but you know your cat wants something when he starts meowing. He might want to go outside, or maybe he is hungry. But beyond...
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5 Signs Your Cat is Sick
5 Signs Your Cat is Sick Some cats seem almost smart enough to talk – in fact, many of them have no problem vocalizing their needs. But cats in pain tend to do the opposite. They may grow quiet and reclusive. Therefore, it's a good idea for you to know...
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Halloween Safety Tips
Halloween Safety Tips By Dr. Bruce Little Halloween is almost here! While Halloween is a joyous and thrilling time of year for us, it can create a lot of stress and anxiety for our pets. The constant doorbell ringing and strangely dressed people, with lots...
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Halloween Costumes for Dogs and Cats: Spooky Tips and Ideas!
Halloween Costumes for Dogs and Cats: Spooky Tips and Ideas! Last year American pet owners spent over $400 million on costumes to dress up their dogs and cats. A lot? Sure. Worth it? Definitely! Cuteness abounds. Below find some of our favorites, along...
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