Your dog is a cherished member of your family, which is why you pay such close attention to their needs—just like you would for any loved one. And while bath time, regular walks, and check-ups at the ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. Dear Dr. Fox — My cat Gracie is 3 1/2 years old. When I took her for her annual checkup, they found she had some nasty ears. The ...

Earwax, medically known as cerumen, is a substance naturally produced by glands in the ear canal. It serves critical functions: Trapping dust, dirt, bacteria, bugs (really!) and other foreign ...

Many of us reach for a cotton swab (commonly known as an earbud) to clean our ears, believing it's the best way to remove earwax. However, what appears to be a harmless habit can actually put your ...