Veterinary Care

Being caught unprepared during an emergency can feel overwhelming, especially if you have pets. That's why it's crucial to have an action plan that you can initiate at a moment's notice. In honor of National Animal Disaster Preparedness day on May 9, petMD offers the following emergency checklist items every pet owner should run through - before the disaster is at your door!

Your four-legged friend needs wellness visits, too. Here's what to expect at each stage of life.

When is it the right time to take your cat to the vet? Check out this list of top 5 signs your cat may need to visit the vet from Animal Planet.

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You and your veterinarian make up the all-star team when it comes to keeping your pet healthy. But you're not just a Most Valuable Player on the team, you've got an opportunity to be a MPVO - Most Valuable Pet Owner. How can you do that? Educate yourself on proper pet care and pet health problems by asking questions and finding answers from reliable, trusted sources of information - such as your veterinarian, their staff and the pages on this site.

's no wonder that a recent survey revealed that two-thirds of cat parents take their pets to the vet less then once a year, in part because of "feline resistance" to the experience.

Is your cat frightened of the vet? Try our four simple tips to make your cat's visits to the veterinarian easier for both of you.

How can you tell if your dog is sick? Your dog may exhibit signs that indicate it is time to contact your veterinarian. Learn what signs to watch for and what to do when you see them.

Knowing when a health problem is a serious concern can be a tough call. This makes it a little easier.

If your dog can't complain, so how do you know when to seek medical help? Learn the warning signs that mean you should take your pet to the vet.

As a pet owner, you hope the only visits you'll take to your veterinarian are for routine care.

Get a quick overview of some of the most common health problems in dogs, including fleas, diarrhea, hot spots, worms, ear infections, and more.

Information on the top ten pet problems veterinarians encounter. Includes information on treatment and how to avoid these issues.

A veterinary physician, colloquially called a vet, shortened from veterinarian or veterinary surgeon, is a professional who practices veterinary medicine by treating disease, disorder, and injury in non-human animals.

No owner wants a pet to suffer because medical care is out of reach. Financial aid is out there, and there are steps you can take to cover an emergency vet bill.