Unfortunately, pets are often presented to a veterinarian much too late because they are so adept at hiding their signs of pain. With dogs, it is a problem, but some will be bonded with their owner to ...

As cat parents, we want the best for our furry best friends. But, ensuring they are always feeling their best can be challenging. Cats, by nature, are masters of disguise, skilled at hiding any sign ...

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Think your cat might be having problems with pain or anxiety? Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson has the signs and symptoms that might indicate your cat is under ...

Cats don’t easily show pain, even when they’re seriously unwell. This behavior often delays treatment because most signs go unnoticed until the condition becomes advanced. The reason traces back to ...

Meet the pets of the week: Sylvie, a Holland lop rabbit, and Ace, a 7-month-old terrier-type. Readers ask questions about giving painkillers to pets and pet-adoption protocol. Q: If I think my cat is ...

If you have a cat, you are likely attuned to his or her individual quirks of personality and behavior. You probably know when Queen Kitty would like her dinner served, or when she would prefer that ...

Dear Dr. Jorden: I took my cat into my veterinarian to be declawed. When I got there, they told me that I had to let them use the laser surgery or they wouldn't even do the surgery. That meant that it ...

Cat declawing (also called onychectomy) is the amputation of the first digital (toe) bones in a cat’s paw, including the nail bed and claw. It’s done to stop a cat’s natural scratching behavior. While ...

Q: If I think my cat is in pain, can I give him some aspirin? A: Please don’t ever give your animals any kind of medication without the consent of your vet. Truly, you are playing with fire here, ...