Urination Frequency in Dogs: When to Call Your Veterinarian

Have your dog’s urinary patterns changed? Or are you worried about the frequency or color of your dog’s urine? Might be time to call your veterinarian. Learn more.

Do you know the signs of heart conditions in cats?

Cats can have heart problems just like humans, but recognizing heart issues in cats can be tricky because they are good at hiding pain. Familiarize yourself with possible symptoms of common heart conditions and treatments to ensure a happy and healthy life for your cat.

Our Industry Keeps Animals Healthy

American households are home to almost 400 million pets, including 192 million dogs and cats. Our industry keeps them healthy.

More than companions: service dogs reduce anxiety and depression in veterans

Service dogs can make a meaningful difference in the physical and emotion health of veterans. Learn more.

Create a fitness plan for your dog

Maintaining appropriate exercise for your dog can help prevent injuries, lessen the impacts of age-related issues like arthritis, and help them stay physically active for longer. Read more about how to create a dog-safe fitness plan.

Dogs Can Smell Trauma in Human’s Breath

Well-established research shows that dogs can help humans with PTSD or other types of mental distress. Now research indicates that trained dogs can smell trauma on human’s breath. Read more.

Another benefit of pets: less screen time for children

Research shows that children who have pets have more physical activity, have better sleep habits, and have less screen time. Learn more.

Pet Power

The unconditional love of a pet can do more than keep you company. Pets may also decrease stress, improve heart health, and even help children with emotional and social skills. Read more.

Cognitive traits by dog breed

Is your dog social, easy to train, or excitable? Does it follow directions from you, or work independently? Different breeds have different cognitive traits. Learn more here.

Kennel Cough

Canine infectious respiratory disease complex, better known as ‘kennel cough,’ is a highly contagious sickness in dogs. Here are some tips on how to tell if your dog has the cough, how to treat it, and how to prevent it.