WebVet.com - the “whole-pet” platform launches
I am super stoked about this site - WebVet (recently launched and covered on Techcrunch earlier this week) an online resource and help-center for pets. It’s similar to WebMD in that it provides a platform to research physical and emotional symptoms but now it’s specifically for your beloved pets. YAY! Not only does it provide a portal for medical conditions & research but it also provides breaking news coverage, lifestyle and human interest stories, and a way for you to connect with similar pet parents. It’s a very comprehensive resource for pet owners and I know I’ll definitely use it when I’m curious or in need to learn more about a symptom or condition Malibu may be experiencing. Like why is my dog so hyper? Can somebody explain that to me, please?! 
No but in all honesty I’ve personally tried to search for insights on food/skin allergies, flea meds, etc. for Malibu and I can never find a reliable resource - I’m sorry but Yahoo! groups is not exactly my first choice for pet medical advice … WebVet provides me that one-stop place for my research. Thank GAWD!
Of course if your pet is experiencing severe symptoms go to your vet immediately - “WebVet does not diagnose, suggest treatment or editorialize but rather provides news, information and fact-based education to pet owners. WebVet strongly encourages all pet owners to consult with their veterinarians on the best course of action for their individual pet.”
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What a great resource for pet owners. My wife and I have had several issues arise with our children (AKA-Dogs). Most recently our Jack Russell Rachael out of nowhere started suffering from incontinence and we thought we were going to lose her. WebVet wouldn’t have put our minds at ease or kept us from taking her to the vet but would have definitely helped us educate ourselves on all of the possible causes, symptoms, and treatments to better understand our predicament. Thank God, it ended up being a severe case of IBS (Irritable Bowell Syndrome) but was a horrible couple of months.