Health Library

Every cat parent wants their pet to be healthy and happy, and to explore everything life has to offer. However, health and medical concerns can sometimes get in the way, and feline limping...

As a pet parent, you would want your fur baby to always be healthy and happy, actively frolicking about and enjoying life. However, canine limping can significantly lower the quality of life and...

Hip dysplasia is a skeletal disorder that is more common among large dog breeds. Canine hip dysplasia is caused by the frictional abrasion of the hip joint in lieu of a smooth sliding...

Summer is the perfect time to go to the beach and frolic around the dog park with your canine friend. However, the hot weather also increases the chances of heat strokes among people,...

Canine leptospirosis is caused by a microorganism called spirochete bacteria. Dogs contract the virus from other infected animals like rats, feral cats, and other dogs. It is also passed through urine which is...

Parasites can be a pesky occurrence doomed to bother your pet every now and then. However, they can also prove to be more than just a thorn on the side as they eventually...

Mast cell tumors (MCTs) are the result of maligned mast cells in the body. MCTs are the most common skin tumor among dogs, accounting for about 20% of all canine skin tumors till...

Some plants can do more harm than good for your furry friends which makes it important to keep them away from such toxic plants.

Vomiting is a common problem among cats. However, it is not normal and has a number of causes. Cats may also regurgitate as a result of eating too much or too fast.

Although cats do cough like dogs and other animals, coughs are relatively uncommon among the feline population. Cats usually cough in response to foreign matter in their respiratory system, an inflamed or irritated...

It is not easy to watch your pet get sick especially since they cannot verbally express their discomfort like we do. Much like their humans, dogs also experience coughing in their lifetime. While...

Glaucoma is the accumulation of fluid in the eye which puts increased pressure on it, eventually leading to loss of vision. Just like humans, dogs can also develop glaucoma. There are two kinds...

It must be very adorable to have a plump, chubby cat to go home to. However, it is not such a pleasant experience for your kitty especially if they are obese. Feline obesity...

Obesity is a health problem not restricted to humans alone. In dogs it is one of the leading health concerns resulting from extreme body fat that contributes to weight gain. Much like in...

Cataract is an eye condition which involves the increasing opacity of the lens leading to a loss of vision eventually. Unlike in humans -- who can usually speak for themselves -- cataracts in...

Adequate nourishment is essential for the continued sustenance of life on earth. The same goes for cats as well. Feeding your cat the right kind of foods containing the required nutrients is a...

Pancreatitis is essentially the inflammation of the pancreas. It is a dangerous disorder made more so by the fact that its warning signs are not that clear and can be easily mistaken for...

Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) is a viral infection that affects only cats. An uncommon condition in cats, it results in a comparatively weaker immune system. A very small group of cats exhibit physical...

Diarrhea has never been a pleasant topic to discuss let alone experience. However, it is a common occurrence among dogs much to the displeasure of their owners. Varying in regularity, extent and intensity,...

Diarrhea is one of the most common problems faced by animals and cats are no exception to it. However, unlike in dogs, diarrhea is not common to cats.If your dog is having more...

Seizures can be a very terrifying prospect for pet owners especially since they are a common neurological problem in dogs. There are a few things that you can do to control the situation and help your dog.

Much like cats, our canine friends are also not spared from diabetes mellitus. Even though diabetes can occur in dogs of all ages, they are usually diagnosed when they are about 7-10 years...

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has undeniably derailed our lives in the most unimaginable ways possible. Although we were able to adjust to the routine of social distancing and working / studying from home...

Diabetes is a pressing concern among human beings with it plaguing more people than ever. However, cats aren't exempt from this disease either. Diabetes mellitus is a growing problem among cats of late,...