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PetHealthMD is the veterinary-reviewed pet health resource from PetMeds®, created to help pet parents feel confident understanding symptoms, treatments, nutrition, and everyday wellness. Our goal is simple: make reliable, science-backed pet health information easy for everyone to use.

We translate complex veterinary topics into warm, clear, practical guidance that are written for real life with real pets in mind.

Who We Are

PetHealthMD is part of the PetMeds® family (NASDAQ: PETS), America’s most trusted online pet pharmacy. Since 1996, PetMeds® has helped millions of pet parents care for their dogs, cats, and horses with veterinarian-approved medications, supplements, and wellness essentials.

Through PetMeds.com and PetCareRx.com, our teams of licensed pharmacists, veterinary professionals, and pet-loving experts work to make pet care more personal, more convenient, and more affordable.

We are pet people first, as many of us are longtime pet parents ourselves, and that passion guides everything we do.

What We Provide

PetHealthMD brings together the medical expertise of veterinary professionals with the trust and experience PetMeds® has earned over nearly 30 years.

Here’s what you’ll find here:

Vet-reviewed articles you can trust

Clear explanations of symptoms, conditions, and treatment options—written or reviewed by veterinary professionals so you know the information is accurate and medically sound.

Medication insights and safety guidance

We help you understand how FDA/EPA-approved medications work, what they’re used for, and what to expect, so conversations with your veterinarian feel easier and more informed.

Nutrition, supplements, and wellness advice

Practical guidance to help you compare products, understand ingredients, and make confident decisions about what supports your pet’s long-term health.

Simple, actionable tips with no complicated jargon

We believe pet health information should be accessible to everyone, not just professionals. Every article is designed to give you clear next steps you can use right away.

How PetHealthMD Fits Into the PetMeds Family

PetHealthMD is the educational and editorial hub for the PetMeds® brand.

  • PetMeds.com is our consumer pharmacy, offering trusted prescription medications and wellness products, shipped nationwide and supported by licensed pharmacists in all 50 states.

  • PetCareRx supports veterinarians, shelters, and pet-care organizations with prescription fulfillment and wholesale wellness products.

Together, these teams help ensure the information you read here is accurate, safe, and connected to real expertise in veterinary care and pet wellness.

Our Commitment to Pets, Pet Parents & the Community

Pet care is at the heart of who we are. Beyond providing safe medications and trusted guidance, we’re committed to supporting the broader pet community.

Supporting Shelters Nationwide

Through partnerships with rescues and shelters, including NYC Second Chance Rescue, Furry Friends, Mercy Full Project, and Yogi’s House. We help pets find the loving homes they deserve.

Powered by Pet Lovers

Our team is made up of people who live the joys and challenges of pet parenthood every day. We celebrate the silly, the stubborn, the brave, the senior sweethearts, and the pets who get us out of bed each morning—literally.

Our Promise

At PetHealthMD, you can always expect:

Expert-reviewed, evidence-based content
Clear explanations that put your pet’s safety first
Guidance written for real pet parents, not medical textbooks
Transparency about how information is reviewed and sourced
A commitment to accuracy, compassion, and trust

We’re here to help you feel more confident caring for your pet—because your pet deserves nothing less.