Sometimes, pictures are worth a thousand words. Brush up on some pet care and nutrition basics with these helpful videos.

Many people are surprised to hear that the vast majority of calico cats are female. Is it possible for a calico cat to ever be male? Learn about the genetics of coat color in this feline FAQ. Image by GenGlo - used with permission.
The Vet School Diaries started years ago with Joanne, then a student at Cornell Veterinary School. Kate was a reader of Joanne's diary, and is now starting her own diary as her vet school journey begins. Kate writes: "Joanne's Vet School Diary was the first one I read, and I learned so much about what to expect from vet school. So, I decided at that point that if I was accepted, I would write one too."
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