Dr. Elizabeth Yuko is a bioethicist and adjunct professor of ethics at Fordham University. She has written for The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Atlantic, Rolling Stone, CNN & Playboy.

Non-anesthetic dentals have become increasingly popular in the field of veterinary dentistry as a safer and more natural alternative to traditional dental cleanings for pets. While non-anesthetic ...

February is National Pet Dental Health Month, an initiative by the American Veterinary Medical Association to raise awareness ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Cleaning your dog’s teeth might be annoying, but it’s non-negotiable when it comes to overall canine health and longevity.

Q: I’ve had my dog Max since he was a baby, 15 years. Lately he’s refused dry food and he shies away when I touch his face. His breath is horrible. His veterinarian showed me his red swollen gums and ...

The issue of a companion’s age when they are faced with the need for any type of anesthetic procedure is one we face as veterinarians almost daily. “Isn’t she too old to have surgery?” “I’m afraid ...