Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) vaccines are not always necessary.  Owners should know the needs and risks associated with this particular vaccine. 

With all the litter choices on the market, it's difficult to determine which one best suits your needs. Some are biodegradable and flushable while others provide superior odor control and very little tracking. The perfect litter for you and your cat depends on your individual needs. This article has overviews of the basic litter types and the pros and cons of each.

Wondering what you should do for your Petsitter while you're away? Holidays can be stressful enough without trying to determine what to do with Spot's petsitter. This article can help you with the basics on what's expected by your petsitter over the holidays.

Odor, inflammation and dark debris inside the ears of cats and dogs deserve prompt attention by a veterinarian.  Although these problems are seldom life-threatening they can cause animals a great degree of discomfort and can sometimes be contagious to others.  Here are some common causes of ear problems in cats and dogs. 

Although rabies vaccines are required by law in all domestic dogs and cats, county and city laws vary in regards to the frequency with which it is given.  There are varieties of rabies vaccines, too and it's important for owners to understand the differences between them. 

Despite the controversy surrounding microchips, having your family pet microchipped can save everyone time, energy and stress.  Especially your pet.   Here are the basics...

FVRCP (or FVRCP-C depending on the vaccine) is considered part of a cat’s “annual boosters” and an essential component of kitten vaccines.This 3-in-one or 4-in-one vaccine combines a few essential feline vaccines into one simple shot.

Feline Leukemia (FeLV) is not leukemia, but a virus that suppresses the immune system of the infected individual. Like FIV, infected individuals do not usually die of FeLV, but instead die from complications resulting from other disease that their body cannot fight due to the FeLV infection.

Cats, and especially kittens, can be prone to ringworm while some adult cats fall victim to head mange, allergies, and stress-induced grooming.  Here is an overview of what you can look for when trying to find a reason for your cat's hair loss.

Tapeworms are one of the most commonly diagnosed intestinal parasites due to their visibility.  They tend to resemble grains of rice and actually originate from ingestion of fleas.  Treatment is simple and relatively inexpensive.