Pets Medical Reference

Think your dog or cat may have a food allergy? You and your vet will need to team up to figure out the cause -- and how to get them feeling better.

Cats and dogs have nutrition needs that change as your pet grows. A balanced diet with these nutritional components is crucial to keep your pet healthy.

If your pet scratches a lot or has trouble with diarrhea, you might worry that it has a food allergy. Actually, the problem is more likely to be something else, like fleas.

Fleas that bother your pet can bother you, too. Here's how to make sure you stay safe.

If your pet has fleas, you need to get them off your furry friend. Here's how.

Fleas are not only pests, they’re dangerous pests. Here are some signs to look for that will tell you if your furry friends need some help.

Does your dog get nervous when you leave and destroy the house when you're gone? He's likely suffering from separation anxiety, but you can condition him to feel better when you're not together.

Even though your dog loves you, she may sometimes like to run away. It may be because she's bored, afraid, or stressed because you're gone.

Does Fido freak out during a thunderstorm? Does he spend the Fourth of July hiding under a bed? Learn why he reacts this way and what you can do to ease his fears.

Is your dog emotionally scarred? Find out the difference between emotional trauma and common dog issues, plus what you can do to help Fido cope.

Whether you have a puppy or kitten or an older dog or cat, find out what kind of food would be best for your pet.

What kinds (and how many) little extras your dog or cat should get.

The right vet can mean a happier life for your pet. Tips from WebMD on how to find one.

WebMD covers how to prepare and follow up when you take your pet to the vet.

You’ve made the hard choice to put your pet to sleep. Learn what happens next. Does it hurt? Should you be there? Can you do it at home? WebMD has the answers you're looking for.

Don't let fleas live in your home. Get them off your pets and out of your house with these flea control methods.

How to rid your yard -- and your home -- of fleas and ticks.

WebMD describes how veterinarians use stem cells to treat dogs, cats, and other animals.

WebMD shares top first-aid tricks for pet emergencies -- from getting hit by a car to choking.

Are you up on your pet’s vaccines? Use these handy reference charts from WebMD to keep up with the vaccination schedule for your dog or cat.

Your cute pet may give you a big disease. WebMD explains the infections your dog or cat can pick up and pass along.

Find out from WebMD how to safely use flea and tick prevention products on your pets.

WebMD discusses options for seeking professional help for pet behavior training.

WebMD discusses using taste deterrents for chew training in pets.

WebMD discusses options for helping your pet overcome fears, anxiety, and phobias.