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Since they can't tell us what's wrong, caring for the health of our animal companions isn't always easy. Whether you own a dog, cat, horse, or something a little more unusual, this community is the place for you to share your tips, questions, and concerns with fellow pet owners. A happy pet makes a happy owner and vice-versa!

Your Pet's Dental Health

Annual comprehensive oral health assessments and treatments by your veterinarian, and daily dental care such as tooth brushing, help your pet live the longest, healthiest… Read More ▶

[Paws & Awws] How to Care for an Aging Pet

If your pet is getting a little gray, starting to slow down, and constantly looking worn out and straggly, they 're probably starting to get… Read More ▶

Top Three Home Remedies for Pets

For many pet-parents, the sluggish economy has prompted the dillema of whether to visit a vet or to assist their pet on own their own… Read More ▶

6 Great Reasons To Give Your Pets Fish Oil

All four of my fur kids - the cats, Casey and Oliver, and the dogs, Romeo and Izzy - get one fish oil supplement a… Read More ▶

Is Pet Insurance Really Worth The Cost?

Taking our pets to the vet can always put a dent in our wallet; however our commitment to our pets and providing a healthy lifestyle… Read More ▶

Holistic Pet Care: 4 Natural Treatments To Consider

Holistic and Natural Medicine is the new medicine of treatment and continues to grow in the Medicine World of being a wonderful alternative to seek… Read More ▶

What Should I Do If My Pet Is Missing? 5 Dog Trainer Tips!

Your pet had collars and tags. Your backyard is fenced and there are no escape routes. You even mircochipped your fur kid, but what if… Read More ▶

The Correct Way to Groom Your Pet

Pet grooming is an essential part of your pet 's overall health. Grooming improves the health of the skin which is essential for the health… Read More ▶

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The Complete Guide to a Pet-Friendly Summer Trip: Traveling By Car by Erin Froehlich 5/13
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[Paws & Awws] Grooming Dogs 101 by Victoria Swanson 4/23
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How to Relieve Your Dog's Itchy Skin by petsuncaged 4/10
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[Paws & Awws] Probiotics: A Pet's Best Health Defense by Victoria Swanson 3/19
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[Paws & Awws] Could a Pig Be Your Next Pet? by Victoria Swanson 2/26
- LISA said:
  I was so happy to see your article on pigies. I jmust adopted a 1 year old unneutered male pot belly and you were correct in your description of the issues with intact pigs. Finding a vet to do the neutering on a grown pig wasn't easy, either. He is wonderful, finally house trained and dog dorr trained, snuggles, squeals, sleeps with the dogs, sits, comes and still refuses to use a harness or leash (never was introduced to him before).
  In Texas there ae only two dedicated pig sanctuaries and one is closing. I am hoping to appeal to my legislators for mandatory lableing at all exotic pet sale sites advising buyers of the ultimate size of their possible purchases and the fact that sanctuaries are few and far between.
  One other thing to note: swine do not have a thalamus, the portion of the brain that produces the awareness of fullness or satiety. They want to eat all the time because they have no off switch. Diets must be tightly controlled or obesity can cause terrible illness and blindness (fat over and around the eyes becomes hardned and permanently blocks vision).
  I love my pig, but pigs aren't the right pet for most people becasue they have behavioral problems and require much more mental stimulation than the average pet. And they really do love their people and family members and rehoming them is hard on their hearts. So buyer beware and be committed!
  Lisa Stevens Austin, Texas3/12
- Victoria Swanson said:
  Thanks Lisa for sharing, and I love the pic of your piggie too, so very very adorable! Yes, it is sad that many people don't educate themselves prior to purchasing these wonderful animals. Then when they realize it is not the "right fit," they quickly dispose of them not wanting to take responsibility anymore. Thanks for sharing your enlightenment from your personal experience of being a Mommy to a Piggy :-)3/13
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[Paws & Awws] Pets Sleeping in Our Beds: Right or Wrong? by Victoria Swanson 2/19
- GaRcHoW said:
  I liked letting pet share my bed, but seriously like right in the middle of the night I'm normally kicking them out for my comfort. 2/19
- Christine said:
  Our teacup yorkie, Lucky, had been sleeping in our bed with us since he was a puppy, I LOVE to cuttle him and knowing he is by my side, he never wakes up in the night and knows not to do anything in bed. I have his own pillow by mine and bring his favorite toy and he litterally falls asleep in 5 mins snoooooring...lol4/11
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Sensory Overload: The Impulse of "Cute Aggression" by Anne Christen 2/1
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[Paws & Awws] How our Pets can SAVE our New Year's Resolutions! by Victoria Swanson 1/22