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Emergency Alert: Recognizing And Treating Urinary Blockages In Cats

Emergency Alert: Recognizing And Treating Urinary Blockages In Cats

Cats

Urinary blockages in cats can turn a routine day into a critical emergency. Alarmingly, it is estimated that up to 10% of male cats may experience a urinary blockage at some point in their lives, often being fatal. Quick recognition and immediate veterinary intervention are crucial to prevent severe complications for your whiske...

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Chip Your Pet Month: Answers to Common Microchipping Questions

Chip Your Pet Month: Answers to Common Microchipping Questions

May is Chip Your Pet Month, a time to spread awareness about the importance of microchipping your furry (or feathered or scaled!) friend. And to celebrate this month-long event, we’d like to share the answers to some of the most common questions we hear about this potentially life-saving procedure. A microchip is a tiny rice-siz...

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Tackling the Tumbleweeds: A Guide to Cat Hairballs

Tackling the Tumbleweeds: A Guide to Cat Hairballs

Cats

Ah, the joys of cat ownership: the purring, the playful attacks on your toes, and, of course, the occasional surprise hairball on your carpet. If you've ever been serenaded by the unmistakable sound of your cat hacking up a hairball, you're not alone. While often considered a normal part of cat ownership, hairballs hold a fascin...

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All About Lyme Disease

All About Lyme Disease

Dogs

Lyme disease is a bacterial infection that affects both humans and dogs. It’s prevalent in many areas of the United States, particularly in the Northeast, Midwest, and Pacific Coast. With summer approaching and our furry companions spending more time outdoors, understanding Lyme disease and how to protect your dog becomes even m...

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Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV): What Every Cat Owner Should Know

Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV): What Every Cat Owner Should Know

Cats

Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) stands as one of the most significant causes of illness and mortality among domestic cats worldwide. FeLV influences not just their health, but also how we care for our cats. This complex virus, once considered a death sentence, is now better understood, offering hope for our furry felines through ea...

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5 Medical Marvels of the Common House Cat

5 Medical Marvels of the Common House Cat

Cats

As veterinarians, we’ve worked closely with many cats, uncovering the layers of their unique biological and physiological characteristics. Their abilities and uniqueness never get old! Let's have some fun and explore the top medical wonders of our feline friends, shedding light on what makes them special.

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Uncovering Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome in Dogs

Uncovering Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome in Dogs

Dogs

In the world of dogs, brachycephalic breeds, with their distinctive smooshed faces, have captured the hearts of many. Their popularity, especially that of the French Bulldog, now reigning as the most beloved breed in the United States, is undeniable. The quirky snorts and snores we love in brachycephalic dogs, like Bulldogs and ...

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Unleashing Good Behavior: When’s the Right Time for Dog Training?

Unleashing Good Behavior: When’s the Right Time for Dog Training?

Dogs

We all love a dog who can shake, speak, and roll over, but good behavior goes much deeper than party tricks. Today, we'll tackle pieces of the transformative journey of dog training. As a veterinarian with years of experience, I've seen the difference that timely and effective training can make in the lives of dogs and their fa...

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