A recent case of bird flu was linked to a cat's raw food diet. Experts stress there are other health risks, too.

Treating collapsing trachea in dogs can be a daunting prospect for owners. Tracheal collapse occurs when the windpipe becomes flattened and the airflow in and out of the lungs is obstructed.

Since harnesses fasten over the dog's chest and not around the neck, they do not put pressure on the trachea. This makes them ideal for pets that have neck problems, a collapsing trachea ...