Bloat is a life-threatening condition that acts rapidly and can lead to the death of your dog within hours if the condition is not recognized and treated immediately. Unfortunately, the cause of bloat remains unknown at this time, but you can learn ... more »

 Just because your dog has fur doesn't mean it is immune to the diseases of the skin, such as cancer. To get the latest information on this pervasive disease, we contacted three top veterinarians who specialize in canine cancer. Here are their answer ... more »

 Stem cell research often conjures images of political firestorms and futuristic science, yet it's a field that's already offering hope for humans and dogs alike. While the ideal of fixing spinal injuries and curing disease may be a long way off, dog ... more »

 The day you bring home a little puppy for the first time is a memorable one. It's exciting to add a new four-legged member to the family. And in these first days, it is critical to begin laying the groundwork for how you will care for your precious ... more »

 Unlike giant and large-size dogs that are considered seniors at 5 and 6 years old, respectfully, a small and medium-size dog usually doesn't experience age-related changes that early. But by the age of 7 years old, however, your mid-size dog is thou ... more »

 When dog owner George Kingsley of Brooklyn, N.Y., took his five-year-old pug Sophie to a friend's holiday party last December, he was looking forward to the punch. What he didn't expect was that Sophie would enjoy it as much as he did. "People ... more »

It's easy to spot a healthy-looking dog: a gleam in the eye, a bounce in the step, and a glossy, healthy coat. That glow is a reflection of a dog's overall health, and a good gauge of what's going on inside and outside. Several factors play roles in your ... more »

 Dogs need protein. That's because this component of many foods has numerous functions in your dog's -- and your -- body. It is best known for supplying amino acids that build hair, skin, nails, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and cartilage. Protein als ... more »

 Mimi Drew had her dog Charlie for a little more than a year when he got his first ear infection. She took him to the vet, who sent Charlie home with ointment and a round of antibiotics. After many trips to the vet over a nine-month period to treat ... more »