It’s 11 p.m. Your dog is acting “off.” Your cat just vomited for the second time. Your heart is racing — but is this a “call the vet in the morning” situation, or a “drop everything and drive” emergency? That split-second judgment call is one of the most stressful moments in pet ownership — and unfortunately, most of us are making it without any real guidance. In honor of National Pet First Aid Awareness Month this April, we’re giving you a clear, practical guide to recognizing signs of pet...

Every year, calls to the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center spike in spring, and the culprit is almost never what pet owners expect. It's not the cleaning supplies or the leftovers on the counter. It's the tulips on the kitchen table. The lilies in the front yard. The hyacinths your neighbor lovingly gifted you last weekend. Spring is intoxicating, literally, for your pets. As gardens bloom and flower arrangements fill our homes, dogs and cats are quietly being exposed to some surprisingly...

More pets visit emergency vets in spring than any other season and most owners have no idea why. April feels like a celebration. Flowers everywhere, warm breezes, kids back outside. But for your dog or cat, spring actually brings a hidden set of hazards that can send even the healthiest pets to the vet in a hurry. The good news? A little awareness goes a long way. Here's exactly what to watch for and what to do about it. The Sneaky Threats Hiding in Your Garden You know that gorgeous tulip...