Health & Wellness
Being A Pet Is Risky Business
Is it risky for your cat to chase a squirrel? Or your dog to drink from a puddle? How risky are fleas and ticks?
FDA Tips for Preventing Foodborne Illness Associated with Pet Food and Pet Treats
The FDA is informing consumers of steps they can take to help prevent foodborne illness, including Salmonella-related illness, when handling pet foods and treats.
Are Probiotics as Good for Animals as They are Humans?
Recent research carried out by Protexin has indicated that the addition of probiotics in animals food helps maintain good digestion, stimulate immunity, improve utilization of feed, reduce intestinal upsets, improve health, and prevent the proliferation of some potential disease causing pathogens.
Ask Ariel
With her wealth of knowledge and compassion for animals, Susan Blake Davis, Certified Clinical Nutritionist (CCN) and founder of Ask Ariel, will help you discover new insights into holistic pet care
Ask the Vet: Can My Pet Catch Swine Flu?
The recent, rapid outbreak of the H1N1 virus, previously known as swine flu, appears to present little risk of infecting our furry friends.
Love & Loot: Surprise! It's a Boy! Can You Afford Him?
While many of us don’t wholly base our decisions to expand our families (or not) on finances, it’s important to understand how a pet will impact your budget
The Caring Vet
Dr. Michel A. Selmer, a Long Island native and resident, introduces The Caring Vet web site, which allows any pet owner to ask a veterinarian questions about pet diet, nutrition, behavior and training, and preventative care - free of charge.

