What should a dog or cat owner look for to find out if their pet is overweight, or even underweight? According to a survey of veterinarians in the United States, it’s estimated that about half of all dogs and nearly 60% of cats are overweight! When an animal isn’t the right weight, it opens up the possibility of serious health problems. Fortunately, weight management is something that can be taken care of with proper diet and regular exercise.

It can be unsettling when your pet isn’t acting like their usual, happy self. Before running off to the Internet to attempt to diagnose what may be happening with your dog or cat, there are several things that you can do to help us determine what may be troubling them.

Having your dog or cat vaccinated is one of the most vital things that you can do as a pet owner to ensure their long-term health. Both cats and dogs can be exposed to illnesses from flea or tick bites, and other environmental factors, so it’s important that we help build the immune system of our furry loved ones before they become ill. Since pets often don’t show any signs of being ill until their sickness is advanced, it’s important that we help protect their