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Is your dog obsessed with licking their paws? Before you chalk it up to anxiety, watch this.Watch our video or read abou...
06/09/2026

Is your dog obsessed with licking their paws? Before you chalk it up to anxiety, watch this.

Watch our video or read about what's actually behind most cases of chronic paw licking (spoiler: it's usually allergies or a skin infection, not stress), plus learn how to examine your dog's paws at home, and when it's time to call in a vet.

Worried about your pup? You can book a licensed vet online at Vetster, day or night: https://vetster.app.link/askvetster

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Excessive paw licking is often caused by allergies, but anxiety can be a contributing factor. Know what to look for and when to seek vet care.

Watching your dog have a seizure is terrifying. Knowing what to do before it happens can make all the difference.In our ...
05/29/2026

Watching your dog have a seizure is terrifying. Knowing what to do before it happens can make all the difference.

In our latest video, we walk through the three types of seizures in dogs, the warning signs that appear beforehand, exactly what to do during an active seizure, and when to call a vet immediately.

The three-minute rule is one every dog owner should know: seizures lasting longer than three minutes can become life-threatening. Knowing that number and checking the time at the start could save your dog's life.

Watching your dog have a seizure is terrifying. Here's what's actually happening and exactly what to do. Seizures lasting longer than three minutes can be li...

Bladder stones in cats are more common than most owners realize, and the signs are easy to miss until things get serious...
05/22/2026

Bladder stones in cats are more common than most owners realize, and the signs are easy to miss until things get serious. Our latest video breaks down what causes them, what to watch for, and what to do if you're concerned:

Bladder stones in cats are more common than most owners realize and the symptoms are easy to mistake for other problems. Straining in the litter box, crying ...

If your dog has a long body and short legs, they may be at higher risk for IVDD, a spinal condition that can cause sudde...
05/15/2026

If your dog has a long body and short legs, they may be at higher risk for IVDD, a spinal condition that can cause sudden pain, weakness, and even paralysis.

Dachshunds, corgis, French bulldogs, basset hounds, and beagles are among the most commonly affected breeds.

Intervertebral disc disease can result in sudden, severe pain and paralysis. Many dogs will require spinal surgery to treat the condition.

Coming home to accidents is frustrating. But if it only happens when you leave, your dog might not be misbehaving, they ...
04/24/2026

Coming home to accidents is frustrating. But if it only happens when you leave, your dog might not be misbehaving, they might be panicking! Separation anxiety is a real behavioral disorder, and house-soiling is one of the most common signs. Read or watch our to learn how to tell if anxiety is the cause (vs. a medical issue), what signs to watch for before you even walk out the door, and what treatment actually looks like.

Separation anxiety can cause dogs to panic and have accidents in the home while owners are away. Treatment varies but often involves training and medication.

Despite its name, ringworm, is caused by fungi and has nothing to do with worms. Plus your indoor cat can get it and spr...
04/16/2026

Despite its name, ringworm, is caused by fungi and has nothing to do with worms. Plus your indoor cat can get it and spread it! Read our full guide to ringworm in cats here:

Ringworm in cats is a common skin infection that can be difficult to treat. The fungal infection is easily spread from cats to people and needs effective treatment.

The trend is everywhere. Ear massages, cold exposure, special collars that claim to stimulate the vagus nerve and calm y...
04/09/2026

The trend is everywhere. Ear massages, cold exposure, special collars that claim to stimulate the vagus nerve and calm your anxious dog. But what's the science behind reseting a dog's vagus nerve?

We broke down what the vagus nerve actually does, why DIY techniques fall short, and what evidence-based anxiety treatment actually looks like for dogs:

Is a vagus nerve "reset" actually safe for your dog, or is it just viral hype? We break down what the vagus nerve really does, the risks of DIY techniques, a...

Is your senior cat moving a little slower lately? It is easy to put it down to old age, but slowing down, avoiding jumps...
03/30/2026

Is your senior cat moving a little slower lately? It is easy to put it down to old age, but slowing down, avoiding jumps, or changes in litter box habits can all be early signs of arthritis in cats. And because cats hide pain so well, by the time you notice something is off, it may have been going on for a while.

The good news is there is a lot you can do at home to help. Things like low-sided litter boxes, ramps to favorite spots, soft heated bedding, and keeping your cat at a healthy weight can all make a real difference.

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Is your cat slowing down, avoiding jumps, or struggling with daily movement? Arthritis in cats is common, especially in senior cats, but the signs are often ...

What is an online vet? It's a question we get a lot. We put together a quick explainer covering how virtual vet care wor...
03/27/2026

What is an online vet? It's a question we get a lot. We put together a quick explainer covering how virtual vet care works, what it can and can't do, and when it makes sense for your pet. Watch now:

Online vet visits make it easier than ever to get real veterinary advice from home. Find out how virtual vet appointments work, what they can treat, and when...

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