Catherine Barnette DVM

Vet's guide Dog flu, or canine influenza, is a highly contagious virus. Is your dog at risk?

Advice Do you need to go to the pet emergency clinic or can it wait until your veterinarian’s office opens in the morning?

How to Tips on how to use Kong toys to enrich your dog’s day and provide mental stimulation

Vet's guide Knowing how to give a dog a bath properly can make it a better experience for both you and your furry friend

How to While kittens are often regarded as a low-maintenance pet, kitten behavior problems can (and do!) occur

Advice Do you know how (and how often) to clean litter boxes? Our vet tells you all the do's and don'ts of cat litter box cleaning

Advice While resource guarding in dogs can be challenging to predict and prevent, our top tips will help you correct this possessive behavior

Vet's guide Is skunk spray dangerous, or just stinky? Learn more about how skunk spray can affect your dog

Advice Dogs love a tasty treat, but how many treats per day for a dog is safe? We reveal the perfect daily portion and which treats are best for your canine companion

Advice Can you give a dog melatonin? Maybe, depending on your pooch and your goals. Read on to learn about the uses of melatonin in dogs

How to When you’re battling fleas, it’s important to know how to give a dog a flea bath safely and to know your alternatives

Advice Like humans, pets are prone to obesity. Here’s how to help your dog maintain a healthy weight.

Groom at home or leave it to the professionals? These dog grooming tips will help you make the right decision for you and your canine.

Advice Choosing the best dog food for senior dogs can maximize your older dog’s health by providing the best possible nutrition

Advice Cat enrichment can offer significant benefits for your cats, if you understand what it is and how to implement it appropriately

Advice Finding cat pee on the bed, or anywhere outside of the litter box, is a frustrating problem. But there are solutions, read on to learn more

Advice Our vet offers advice on how to find a lost dog

Advice An aggressive rescue dog can be influenced by difficult life experiences. How should you respond?

Advice French bulldog health issues can be quite unique. Are you prepared?

Advice When it comes to gastritis in dogs, it’s important to know what to do

Separate fact from fiction to give your pooch the best possible dog nutrition

Advice Pet turtle care isn’t straightforward, so read this guide, and make sure you’re giving them the proper nutrition and housing

Advice Before you bring home a pet turtle, it’s important to familiarize yourself with basic turtle care and health