Health & Wellness

Mon, Nov 19 | By Charlotte Reed | 1

Essential products to keep your pet safe and healthy all season long. Humans and pets alike love the fall -- with its cooler temperatures and falling leaves. But the season can affect our pets in different ways. We've rounded up some ess… more ›

Sun, Nov 4 | By Charlotte Reed | 3

Cost-saving strategies for maintaining good pet health. With the National Pet Health and Wellness Month occurring recently, now is an ideal time to check out ways to save costs on veterinary, drug, insurance, diet, and grooming choices.<… more ›

Thu, Oct 25 | By Amy Lieberman | 2

Get the facts on canine flu vaccines. As the cold weather begins to blow in, it brings flu season with it. Influenza can affect dogs the same way it hits people - with fever, runny noses, lethargy, aches and pains - leaving your pet bewildered … more ›

Thu, Oct 18 | By Amy Lieberman | 1

Initiative gradually picks up more advocates for animal health. Wednesday, October 10 marked the seventh annual National Pet Obesity Awareness Day in the United States, where last year an estimated 54 percent of cats and dogs were consid… more ›

Wed, Oct 10 | By Amy Lieberman | 5

How to ward off feline-carried diseases in people and other pets. Toxoplasma gandii, a parasite carried by cats that can be passed on to humans, is something that veterinarians have been seeing for years, says Erick Mears, DVM, medical d… more ›

Sat, Sep 15 | By Zootoo Pet News Staff | 2

Breeder's Choice Pet Foods issues alert for selected AvoDerm dog formulas. After a recall by a major pet food manufacturer due to potential salmonella contamination, BluePearl Veterinary Partners is recommending that pet owners keep a close wat… more ›

Wed, Aug 29 | By Amy Lieberman | 1

Get the facts to protect your pets. As the CDC reports a record-setting number of West Nile virus cases in humans this August, pet owners shouldn’t be overly concerned that their dogs and cats could contract the virus from mosquitoes. … more ›

Tue, Aug 21 | By Zootoo Pet News Staff

Keep your pet active and engaged with these playtime products. As kids head back to school, many pet parents may wonder if their four-legged family members could also benefit from mental stimulation. Fortunately, many products now feature… more ›

By Maggie Marton | 2

What you need to know before choosing your pet's doctor. Finding the right veterinarian to care for your pets can be difficult. Just like choosing a physician for yourself, the process should result in discovering the right mix of education, ex… more ›

Wed, Aug 15 | By Zootoo Pet News Staff

Know the risks of heatstroke in any kind of weather. During summer, the heat can be dangerous for pets. Even on cooler days, owners should be aware of the risk of heatstroke. Often, on days with mild temperatures, pet owners… more ›