Pets Features
- Adopting a Rescue Pet: What to Consider
WebMD talks to veterinarians and other experts for advice about adopting a dog or cat from a shelter.
- Taking Your Dog on a Road Trip
Expert tips for traveling by car with your favorite canine companion.
- Naming Your Dog or Cat
WebMD talks to experts about what to consider when choosing a name for your pet dog or cat.
- Are You Ready to Get a Pet?
WebMD discusses what to consider before you get a pet.
- Should Your Pet Go on a Vegetarian Diet?
WebMD talks to experts about vegetarian or vegan diets for dogs and cats.
- Prepping Your Pet for Your New Baby
WebMD talks to experts about how to prepare your pet for your new baby's arrival. Find out what you can expect from the pet's behavior and what's safe for the baby.
- Common Illnesses in Puppies and Kittens
Even young pets that have had their shots can get sick. Here's what to watch out for.
- Top 10 Dog and Cat Injuries
Veterinarians talk to WebMD about common injuries in dogs and cats.
- Should You Shave Your Pet for Summer?
WebMD talks about how to shave your pets for summer, provides tips, explains what supplies are needed, and more.
- Pets' Amazing Abilities
WebMD talks to experts about whether dogs can sniff cancer, predict seizures, and more.
- How to Make the Most of Your Vet Visit
Taking your dog or cat to the vet? Get expert tips on how to make your vet visit effective.
- Top Pet Health Topics of 2010
WebMD's top pet health topics of 2010 include what pets can safely eat, whether to let pets sleep in your bed, the link between your personality and your pet, and more.
- Giving Pets as Gifts: Think Twice
Experts tell WebMD the 4 rules to follow before giving someone a gift of a dog or cat.
- Pet Gift Hazards to Avoid
Before you give your pet a gift, find out what could be risky, according to experts who talked to WebMD.
- Isabella Rossellini Takes Her Love of Animals to the Screen
The award-winning actress's new series takes an up-close look at animals' dating and mating rituals.
- When Dog and Cat Meet
WebMD talks with experts about how to help your new cat get along with your dog, or your new dog to get along with your cat.
- 5 Health Mistakes Dog Owners Make
Even the best dog owners sometimes make mistakes – especially when it comes to their dog’s health. Here are 5 common health mistakes dog owners make and how to avoid them.
- Tips for Finding a Lost Pet
Tips for finding a lost dog or cat, including flyers, rewards, microchips, and more.
- Pet Behavior Problems: Can Pheromones Help?
WebMD talks to experts about pheromone products designed to help with pet behavior problems.
- Complementary and Alternative Medicine for Pets
WebMD talks to animal health experts about complementary and alternative medicine for pets.
- Are You Obsessed With Your Pet?
WebMD talks to experts about pet obsession, animal hoarding, and more.
- Your Partner vs. Your Pet
WebMD talks to experts about what couples can do when they have issues with pet behavior or pet allergies.
- Best Pet Deshedding Tools
Tired of finding pet hair here, there, and everywhere? These handy deshedding tools can help.
- The Dog Whisperer Cesar Millan Talks Canines, Kids, and Finding Balance
The internationally renowned dog trainer and author stays healthy with good eating habits, exercise, and a clear life philosophy.
- Pets in Your Bed
WebMD discusses the health implications of pets sleeping in bed with you.
- Natural Insect Control: Flea and Tick Treatments for Pets
WebMD discusses natural options for controlling fleas and ticks on pets.
- Pet Vaccinations: Understanding Vaccinations for Your Cat or Dog
WebMD discusses pet vaccinations, including why pets need them, vaccination reactions, the difference between “core” and “non-core” vaccines, and more.
- Microchipping Your Dog or Cat
WebMD veterinary experts answer commonly asked questions about microchipping your dog or cat.
- Pet Allergies: Making It Work
With a few changes you can keep your companion animal -- and manage your pet allergies, too.
- Coping With Pet Loss
Pet grief has emerged from the doghouse. There's now a bevy of books, support groups, hotlines, and online forums where you'll find others who will share your pain, or at least listen without being dismissive.