Joan Capuzzi, VMD

A leaky gut has several potential backstories. But every type of “protein-losing enteropathy” (PLE) shares a common loss: albumin, a vital protein that regulates the oncotic pressure of blood, among other things. Although dogs with PLE are quite sick, advances in diagnostics and treatments have improved outcomes.

Physical activity and creative mealtime strategies can support weight loss, boost quality of life, and bond cats more tightly with their humans.

Although the spinal cord choreographs everything a dog does, it is a delicate neural pipeline and vulnerable to common issues that can be mechanical, vascular, infectious, or degenerative.

The timing of spay/neuter surgery—the first major milestone veterinarians must guide a puppy or kitten through—is a big decision for most pet owners. But there is no one-size-fits-all schedule for this procedure. When to sterilize depends on species, gender, and breed, and vets should customize their recommendations to accommodate individual pet needs.

Cats come with caveats, both real and misconceived. But a new generation of pet owners seems determined to understand cats—and enrich their lives like never before.

Physical activity and creative mealtime strategies can support weight loss, boost quality of life, and bond cats more tightly with their humans.