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How Many Times a Day Should I Feed My Dog or Cat?

Wondering how often you should feed your cat or dog? Twice a day? Several times a day? Our veterinary nutritionist says it depends on a number of factors.

Top 10 Dog Breeds for Seniors

Big or small, noisy or quiet, active or calm – choosing the right dog breed is important when you plan to be a pet owner in assisted living.

Is prescription pet food just a profit scheme? Lawsuit says it is

A North Carolina law firm is one of the primary drivers of a class action lawsuit that alleges prescription dog and cat food is a marketing scheme devised by pet food companies to pump up their profits.

5 Simple Warning Signs That Your Pet's Health Might Be Suffering

Wounds: When to Call the Vet

Wounds: When to Call the Vet Katharine J Porter, VMD We all know the scenario: You head out to the barn to feed, or to bring your equine partner in from a day of turnout, and see that somehow, despite all your precautions, your horse has managed to sustain a wound. After the initial …

Be careful with Dr. Google the veterinarian

It is common for pet owners to seek medical help on the internet long before calling a vet.

Veterinary visits help keep pets, humans healthy

Pets may transmit bacteria, parasites and even rabies to their owners, writes physician Anthony Komaroff, a Harvard Medical School professor. Dr. Komaroff recommends that all pets undergo regular veterinary visits for preventive care such as deworming and vaccinations. Additionally, commonsense practices including thorough hand-washing will help prevent problems, adds Dr. Komaroff.

Love your pet? See your vet!

This week is National Pet Week, dedicated to celebrating the millions of pets that enrich our lives each and every day and encouraging responsible pet care every day of the year. Everybody loves their pet, yet many pet owners do not take their pets to the veterinarian unless they are visibly sick or injured. Pets often hide signs of illness. Regular check-ups are vital to catching health problems early. Not only can early treatment mean better health for your pet, it can also…

Ask a Vet: Pet Treatment of Black Widow Bites

Dogs and cats are especially vulnerable - particularly cats - to getting bit by black widow spiders. The bites can be deadly, especially if they're allergic to the venom. Dr. Jyl discusses treatment and prevention on today’s Ask a Vet.

The Vet Your Pet Will Beg to Visit

Not to be mistaken for the legendary downtown street skaters from the ’80s, Urban Animal is a new animal hospital in the Heights where diversity is not only desired, it’s expected.

Service Pet for a Vet!

100.7 The Wolf is partnering with Northwest Battle Buddies to get a brand new service pet for a vet in need! Find out how you can help us in our mission!

How to Make Veterinarian Team Members Feel Valued

How to improve practices without disrupting them and build an environment where caregivers feel like they matter.

Why Microchip Your Dog?

If your dog went missing, how would you try to find him? Post “lost” notices on electrical poles and on Facebook? Comb the neighborhood calling for your dog and looking at your phone every three seconds in case someone found him? Call your shelter to ask if anyone had found him and taken him to the shelter?While all of these are viable -- and common -- practices, there are a few ways you can increase the odds that you will be reunited with…

Hearing the Issues of Pet Ear Care

Read on to learn about pet ear care and what you can do to protect one of your pet’s most vital senses.

Here's Where You Can Find Harpoon Dunks Porter In The Berkshires

Harpoon Dunkin Coffee Porter is officially a thing, and here's where to buy it in The Berkshires.

30 Questions Your Vet Wishes You Would Ask About Your Cat

The most pressing questions you have about your cats, answered.