Dogs may have been domesticated as far back as 20,000 years ago. That’s at least 6,000 years before the date of the world’s oldest known dog burial site. Dogs were domesticated before any other species, when humans were still hunter gatherers.  Here are scientists’ top reasons why dogs may have been domesticated so early on.

Most large dogs destroy expensive made-for-dog pools the first day they are set up. Here is a good hack that’s sure to work.

Pregnant women who own cats have likely been warned about the risk of  toxoplasmosis by their doctor. We built this information page to help you more fully understand the risks of caring for a cat while pregnant with your child.   What is...

Since March 2020, U.S. pet adoption, foster care, and sales have hit new highs.  We wanted to make sure you had all ther resources you needed to take care of your newly acquired pet.

Want to know if your dog's food is any good?  Learn to evaluate your pet's diet like a veterinary nutritionist.   The Basics   A great pet diet must have three kinds of nutrients: protein, carbohydrates and fats, and vitamins and minerals...

Pet cloning is on the rise around the world. Here is basic information about the service.

Two great, easy recipes for dog or cat treats that use nothing but Thanksgiving leftovers. Also some rules for the guests when they try slip your pooch something under the table on the sly.

You may notice that the pupils of your dog’s eyes are starting to look a bit bluer as he ages.  Is this a sign of cataracts?  Read on to find out more about a medical condition known as lenticular sclerosis and other interesting facts about your pet’s eye health.

It's summer and many of us are headed to the beach with our dogs. The veterinarians at Brookfield Animal Hospital have this advice to keep everyone safe.   Stay On Guard   Pets are just as much at risk of drowning in water as children....

From March-November, Brookfield Animal Hospital fields phone calls from pet owners whose dogs have been sprayed by skunks.  Here is everything that you need to know about these adorable, helpful, but awful smelling creatures including how to...

After weeks of one-on-one companionship, it’s time for you to return to work. That means 8 hours or more of alone time for Fluffy or Fido. Here’s what you can do if your pet reacts stressfully.

Kitten season occurs between April and October every year.  During this time, intact stray and feral cats give birth to litters of 3-5 kittens as early as 5 months of age.  Shelters can be overrun and rescue organizations can be strained to...

  Connecticut Tick Forecast Brookfield Animal Hospital       There were more than 30K potentially infectious ticks in Fairfield County in 2019.  A warm, wet winter may mean that 2020 is a record breaking year for tick populations in...