As we celebrate this season of joy and togetherness, let’s not forget the importance of maintaining our pets’ health. Today, we’ll be diving into five healthy pet habits that you can practice this holiday season.

Orivet, a global leader in Dog DNA testing and personalized genetic pet care, has unleashed a wave of excitement among dog breeders and companion animal enthusiasts with its major sponsorship of the 2023 National Dog Show in Philadelphia.

Orivet Genetic Pet Care, a global leader in canine and feline genetic testing, has announced the inclusion of new tests into their canine Full Breed Profiles.

Dogs, our loyal companions, come in all shapes, sizes, and personalities. Each one is unique, but they all share a common bond: They rely on us for their health and well-being. While we do our best to care for them, dog genetic disorders can often go undetected until they begin to cause problems.

If you want to get the most out of spending time outside with your pet, it’s important to know how to keep their paws safe from dangers like a hot pavement.

When adding a pet to your family, it’s important to find one that suits your preferences and lifestyle. Even if you know you want a dog, choosing the right breed takes research. Many factors might influence your decision, including how active you’re hoping your pet to be. Today, we’ll take a look at some of the calmest large dog breeds to help you choose the best fit for you.

While there are cat breeds that like water in general, that doesn’t necessarily mean yours will be happy if you pop them into the pool without warning. In this blog, we take a look at some of the types of cats that are generally known for showing an affinity toward swimming.

Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is a muscle disease that affects the left ventricle of the heart. In humans, HCM is caused by mutations in one of several sarcomere genes. The disease is thought to be genetic in animals as well. Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy has been linked to specific genetic mutations in Maine Coon and Ragdoll cats, although experts have not yet determined which genes cause the condition in dogs.

Over the last two decades, genetic testing has moved from a revolutionary scientific breakthrough to a common health practice. For pet owners, DNA screenings also mean that you can be a better pet parent than ever before, with cat and dog genetic testing allowing you to understand what makes your best friend unique.

Pyruvate kinase (PK) deficiency is an inherited metabolic disorder that affects red blood cells and can occur in cats. As implied by the name, it is caused by a deficiency of the enzyme pyruvate kinase, which is involved in the energy production process of red blood cells. The lack of this enzyme causes the red blood cells to break down more easily, leading to anemia.