How old is old? The average lifespan of a dog has increased from seven years in the 1930s to about twelve years today. Many dogs will still be frisky when they're ten, while others only want to lie by the fire at the same age.

How often is too often when it comes to your pet's vaccinations? It's a question more and more pet owners are asking these days. Mounting debate about the need to vaccinate animals annually, along with concerns about a possible link between vaccines and rare cancers, may leave many pet owners confused about how often to visit the vet for vaccinations.