It is often when brushing or petting a furry friend that a new or suspicious lump or bump is discovered. Other times, a ...

As our small cockapoo mix dog has gotten older, all sorts of skin growths have started to appear, but the ones that have freaked me out the most are the ones that burst periodically. Our vet calls ...

Between going on walks, running to the door, and jumping on the couch, many dogs spend most of their day on their feet. But when a dog’s routine suddenly slows down, owners might not realize that the ...

Along with ticks, fleas and heartworm, there’s another parasitic organism that can cause a host of problems for dogs. Giardia (also known as giardiasis) is an intestinal infection caused by a parasite ...

Meera Pal is a Northern California-based writer with a background in journalism and books. She covers pets, real estate, tech, and everything in between. You can follow her on Twitter @Meerakat ...