Some estimate that between 40 and 50 percent of Americans make New Year’s resolutions, and a mere 46 percent of “resolution-ers” succeed. Did you make a resolution this year? Now that we’re seven weeks in, how’s it going?

This month’s featured breed is officially a champion. Just last month, the Westminster Kennel Club held its annual Dog Show and announced its 2017 Best In Show award to “GCH CH Lockenhuas’ Rumor Has It V Kenlyn,” a German Shepherd Dog.

While hundreds of dog breeds participated in the show, let’s learn more about the winning German Shepherd, hailed as one of the smartest and best looking dogs in the world. In fact, this breed is ranked as the No. 2 most popular dog breed by the American Kennel Club.

Thinking of adding a ferret to your family? These small, curious creatures appear to make great pets. While there are many ferret lovers out there, many people might not know much about ferrets. If you’re considering a ferret as a pet, learn more in this quick guide from the American Veterinary Medical Association and the American Ferret Association, Inc.

Adding a new pet to your household soon? Having more than one pet in your family can be a lot of work, but well worth it! The Humane Society of the United States and American Humane help us break it down from animal to animal and give a few tips and tricks for a smooth meeting.

You asked, we answered! Our first #VirbacVetTalk series features heartworm disease, a serious and potentially fatal condition found in both dogs and cats. Proper testing and routine heartworm prevention are essential to protecting your pets from this disease. Always consult with your veterinarian for their treatment recommendations concerning your dog or cat.

During our Q&A, learn more about heartworm disease with Dr. Kara Wolf, DVM, Technical Services Staff Veterinarian for Virbac Corporation.