Pet Health

We know that probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics all have important roles to play in your dog’s digestion and wellness. But how do you know whether your dog is getting enough of all three?

If your dog has diarrhea, a course of metronidazole (also known as Flagyl) might be the appropriate treatment. However, new research suggests that metronidazole is much less effective for some GI conditions. So is it the right treatment for your dog?

Even the bravest of pets can be frightened by fireworks displays on the Fourth of July. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to help comfort your cat or dog and ease the anxiety caused by fireworks and neighborhood celebrations. Check out these great tips to help your furry loved one cope during Independence Day.

To aid in your search for the best diet to feed your cat, below we discuss the links between cat food, inflammation and how it impacts your cat's health.

Though they can come with negative side effects, antibiotics can be a crucial tool for helping your pet fight off dangerous infections. Fortunately, there are ways that you can support your pet, during and after antibiotic treatment. We’ve gathered a few important tips that any pet parent can use to help support their furbaby.

We'll cover what a diagnosis of IBD means, possible causes, and possible treatments or therapies to ask your veterinarian about.

Is it hype, or are supplemental digestive enzymes for your dog really important? Digestive enzymes break down your dog’s food into tiny pieces that are small enough to be used to fuel crucial life functions. Just like humans, dogs cannot survive without their own digestive enzymes.

How do you know what’s causing your cat’s diarrhea? When should you see your veterinarian? And how can you help your cat feel better?

Marigold is a sweet, middle-aged, orange tabby cat found as a stray and taken to the city shelter. Affectionate and easy-going, she had everything going for her, except for one critical flaw that threatened her adoptability -- she had constant liquid diarrhea. Even though she was a favorite at the shelter, her cage was constantly a mess, as was her bright orange fur, and it wasn’t long before Marigold was deemed “unadoptable.” Soon after, her digestive issues earned her a spot at the top of the shelter’s euthanasia list.

In dogs diarrhea is an extremely common occurrence. But did you know that many diarrhea cases are caused by a bacterial pathogen called Clostridium difficile (which is commonly called C diff for short)?