Depending on your dog’s age, the cost of a cleaning could run between $400 and $1,000. This includes the cleaning, bloodwork, ...

Q My 10-year-old Jack Russell terrier has led a healthy life free of any problems. Last week, in what seemed like an overnight occurrence, her left cheek swelled up just under her eye. I rushed her to ...

Preventive care is one of the best gifts we can give our pets, and dental health plays a much bigger role in overall wellness ...

Lacey is a 6-year-old female Pomeranian dog who, according to caretaker Kara, runs the household. I would bet there are a lot of us out there who might say the same thing about our companions. Lacey ...

When your dog develops a toothache, it’s not like he can walk up to you, paw in mouth, as he mumbles, “Excuse me, human, but I seem to be experiencing a rather bothersome premolar situation today.” ...

We have a wonderful 12-year-old Samoyed named Jasper who has just been diagnosed with a bone tumor called a sarcoma in his face. It first presented about two months ago as a swelling under his right ...

Dental care isn't just for humans. Dogs and cats need it too. "Taking care of our pets' teeth doesn't only make them smell better but it contributes to a longer, healthier life," Dr. Dan Carmichael, a ...

Q: "My Shih Tzu is 12, has some minor health problems, but also has dental problems. Our veterinarian wants to clean and polish his teeth. I am worried about putting him under anesthesia at his age.