June 26th, 2006

Monday. All week long I’ve been taking care of this sad-looking kitty-cat with severe diarrhea and a demonstrated willingness to maim and kill, if possible, should anyone try to open his cage.

Now, it seems, he’s switching strategies: Instead of a full-frontal attack he waits until you enter his cage and medicate him. He’ll attack once you’ve fed him and finally decide he’s...

Did you know that diseases of the teeth and gums are the most commonly diagnosed conditions in pets? Even young pets are not immune, as 80% of dogs and 70% of cats show signs of oral disease before age 3.

So what do you look for? Bad breath, for one, but don’t overlook changes in your pets eating habits or chewing patterns. Pets who look cute when they eat with their head turned to one side...