What you need to know if wildfires affect your community.
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Emergencies & First Aid
Learn who to call for pet emergencies, how to know when a pet injury is an emergency, and other urgent care advice to help in a pinch.
Worried about the cost of making your pet feel better? Help is on the way.
He says his pup suffered anxiety and breathing issues because of the airline’s actions.
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Pet insurance is ideal, but there are some other options if you're stuck.
As hiking season continues, keep this bookmarked.
As scorching, long-lasting temperatures become the new normal, here’s how to help keep your pets cool and healthy.
What you need to know.
From how to get the stinger out at home to when it’s time to go to the ER.
Just in case.
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And the risks you need to know.
It’s not a pretty sight, but it’s important to know what’s going on.
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Can Dogs Get Poison Ivy?
It’s worth asking, especially ahead of all those hikes you’ll take together this summer.
If you think your dog ate marijuana, here are the signs to look out for.
Learn about the causes and what to do for a choking pet.
Don’t freak out—here’s what to do.
A vet explains why the weather isn’t always to blame.
Certain symptoms could mean your dog is battling a potentially fatal condition called hemorrhagic gastroenteritis (HGE). Here’s everything you need to know.
Albert Sanchez’s Veterinary Ambulance of Southern California brings pets to accessible emergency vet care when they need it—any time of day or night.
Don’t be scared. Follow these steps.
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Can Dogs Eat Grapes?
The answer is no, no, no, and here’s why.
No, you should not use Neosporin on your dog’s wounds.
You aren’t the only one getting way too high from edibles. A study published on 4/20 found an uptick in cannabis poisonings in pets.
What to expect from and how to make the most of a trip to the ER.
Residents have reported concerning health problems with their animals.
And how to help them feel better fast.
What you need to know about seizures and dogs (and canine epilepsy) so you’re prepared and your pup is cared for.
As a pet parent, the best thing you can do is be nice.
The veterinarian on helping out, making a difference, and the finer things in life (mostly dogs and music).
Hmm, sugar sugar. Pet Poison Helpline veterinary toxicologist Dr. Ahna Brutlag explains how this artificial sweetener can be fatal for your pet.
It's every pet parent's nightmare — but knowing what happens when you take your dog to the ER can make the experience a little less stressful.
The goo in that green-and-orange bottle can cause serious harm — get your dog to the vet ASAP.
It might sound obvious, but these rodenticides are harmful to pups.
Swallowing a penny comes at a high price for dogs.
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Beware of Bloat in Dogs
Consider it the mother of all dog emergencies — if your dog has it, take them to the vet ASAP. Learn how to spot the condition and how it's treated.
Lay the groundwork for quick, low-stress treatment.
Step one: Get your pup to the vet ASAP.
Trust me, I’m a vet.
Can your dog give the gift of life?
Poisonous species are more common than you might think.
If you’re home brewing beer, beware of this highly toxic bitter plant.