You can help your pet -- Standards of care: the informed veterinary consumer -- On the scent: tracking down the best veterinary practice for your pet -- Head to tail: making the most of your pet's appointment -- Give it your best shot: creating a personalized vaccination protocol -- Dog dermatologists and cat cardiologists: when your pet needs a specialist -- Cat scans and dog scans: advance technology for your pet -- It's only natural: exploring alternative medicine -- Rover on 'roids (and tabby too): the use and misuse of steroids in veterinary medicine -- Pet peeves: where to turn if things go wrong -- Finding peace: making decisions at the end -- Avoiding pet debt: tips on managing health care costs.