Editor’s note: Dr. Lee Pickett has retired, but Creators continues to distribute columns from her archive. This one is from 2022. Q: I am very careful to buy only senior cat food for Joon, my healthy ...

Hyperkeratosis most commonly affects middle-aged and older dogs. It occurs in all breeds but is most prevalent in basset ...

Hyperthyroidism is caused by benign tumors in the two thyroid glands located in the cat’s neck. The tumors produce excessive thyroid hormone, which impacts all body systems. Feline hyperthyroidism ...

Some cats just won’t give peace a chance.” This is especially true for millions of cat owners who have seen a video go viral ...

Cats are good at hiding discomfort behind their graceful movements which makes aging hard to detect. When they enter their ...

At 11:30 a.m. on the first Monday of the new year, the parking lot of Aging Best in Jefferson City is full, a temporary red ...

Born on December 29, 1995, Flossie was officially recognized as the world’s oldest living cat by Guinness World Records (GWR) ...

Ahead of Jennette McCurdy releasing her debut novel Half His Age Jan. 20, the I’m Glad My Mom Died author recalled a “creepy” ...

The Stanislaus County Animal Services Agency is waiving adoption fees for its cats and dogs through Dec. 23 for families looking to adopt a furry family member. All pets are given age-appropriate ...

Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) programs have been shown to be an effective solution to feral cat populations. Learn more.

When these elements come together, a geriatric program transforms from an aspirational concept into a practical reality. The practice becomes not only a provider of medical services but also a trusted ...

Lisa Mattuchio found her calling when she met her dog Eddie in 2018 after three other homes returned him. His mobility issues ...