E-cigarettes are sparking heated debates as lawmakers, medical professionals and industry grapple over the relative safety of the nicotine-delivering devices. But for pet owners, there is no debate. Nicotine poses a serious threat of poisoning to dogs and cats, and e-cigarettes back a powerful punch. The problem is that many pet owners don’t realize it. […]

Cats have whiskers to help them gather information about the natural world around them. The extremely sensitive tactile hairs are able to detect subtle vibrations and wind currents, and can also be used as a measuring tool to determine whether or not a cat will fit into an opening. Studies have suggested that whiskers are […]

Most dogs want to socialize with members of their own species, otherwise they are living through a form of solitary confinement. Sure, dogs love human companionship, but every now and then they just want to hang out with someone who speaks their own (body) language. But allowing dogs to get together isn’t without risk. Canine […]

The Zika virus is of grave concern to many people throughout the world, and the topic of mosquito-borne illnesses seems to be on everyone’s mind — pet owners included. With the number of cases of the infectious disease soaring, it’s only natural to wonder if our pets can contract Zika or transmit the virus to us.nTracking Zika in PetsnAccording […]