October 20, 2026
The Day After Thanksgiving Is a Sick Day for Pets
Petfolk by the Numbers #1. On the Friday after Thanksgiving, about half of our vet visits are for a sick pet, and pancreatitis tests jump 66%. Charts and data from 2024 and 2025.
Expert pet care & wellness.
Topics
The Day After Thanksgiving Is a Sick Day for Pets Dog Eating Grass: Why It Happens and When to Worry | Petfolk 
April 21, 2026
Dog Eating Grass: Why It Happens and When to Worry | Petfolk
Spot your dog munching on a patch of grass, and it's easy to wonder what's going on—are they bored? Sick? Just being a little goofy? The honest answer is: usually fine.
Cat Constipation: Home Relief & When to See a Vet | Petfolk 
April 21, 2026
Cat Constipation: Home Relief & When to See a Vet | Petfolk
If your cat is spending more time in the litter box than usual—straining, producing little, or passing dry pellets instead of normal stool—constipation is likely the culprit.
Dog Black Diarrhea: What Causes Black Dog Poop | Petfolk 
April 20, 2026
Dog Black Diarrhea: What Causes Black Dog Poop | Petfolk
If you've noticed your dog's stool has turned black and tarry, your instinct to take it seriously is right.
Cat Not Eating? Causes, Risks, and What to Do | Petfolk 
April 20, 2026
Cat Not Eating? Causes, Risks, and What to Do | Petfolk
When your cat isn't eating, it's natural to worry, and your instinct to take it seriously is right. Cats can stop eating for many reasons, from a subtle food preference shift to a sign of something that needs prompt veterinary attention. The challenge is knowing which situation you're in.
Dog Constipation: Home Relief & When to See a Vet | Petfolk 
April 20, 2026
Dog Constipation: Home Relief & When to See a Vet | Petfolk
If your dog is squatting repeatedly without results, skipping bowel movements, or straining more than usual, constipation is likely the culprit.
Dog Not Eating? Here's What to Do | Petfolk 
April 20, 2026
Dog Not Eating? Here's What to Do | Petfolk
If your dog has turned away from their food bowl, you know that unsettled feeling of not being sure what's wrong.
Blood in Cat Diarrhea | Petfolk 
April 19, 2026
Blood in Cat Diarrhea | Petfolk
Finding blood in your cat's diarrhea is one of those moments that makes everything feel urgent—and honestly, it deserves your attention.
Blood in Cat Stool | Petfolk 
April 19, 2026
Blood in Cat Stool | Petfolk
A cat's bloody stool is your cat's digestive system signaling that something is off—sometimes it's a minor issue like stress or a recent food change, other times it points to something that needs attention fast. Either way, knowing what you're looking at can help you respond with confidence rather than panic.