Owning more than one dog can double the fun of pet ownership and can be beneficial to the wellness of the dogs, especially if their owners are gone for most of the day at work. But what happens if the dogs don’t get along? Dr. Marsha Reich, from Maryland-Virginia Veterinary Behavioral Consulting, discusses what causes family dogs to fight and offers tips for preventing inter-dog aggression.
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The Importance of Spaying or Neutering Your Pet
In the United States, we face a critical overpopulation problem of dogs and cats, which results in millions of dogs and cats being euthanized every year. The solution to this problem, many feel, is relatively simple: Have pets surgically sterilized. Not only will this prevent the birth of unwanted puppies and kittens, it may also enhance your pet’s health and quality of life. Dr. Sandy Willis talks about the importance of spaying or neutring your pet.
Fat Facts: Overweight Pets
Having fluffy or fat pets may seem cute, but too many of our furry companions are overweight, just like us. And just like people, if our pets become too fat they could develop a host of very serious health problems. Dr. Tony Buffington, professor of ve…
Birds as Pets
While cats and dogs are by far the most popular pets in the United States, for millions of Americans, mans best friend is feathered, not furry. Dr. Larry Nemetz, an avian veterinarian and founder of the BIRD Clinic in Orange, Calif., talks about birds …
Canine Distemper
Canine distemper is a highly contagious and potentially fatal viral disease in dogs. Dr. David Koncal, a veterinarian from the Northfield Veterinary Clinic in Northfield, Ohio, talks about the signs and symptoms of canine distemper, as well as how it c…
Using Medication to Address Behavioral Problems in Pets
Behavior problems in pets can lead to a very unhappy household, and even the relinquishment of the pet to a shelter. Behavioral problems can be managed in a number of different ways, one of which is through the use of medication.Dr. Sharon Crowell-Davi…