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When Playtime Turns Tragic: A Pet’s Remarkable Road to Recovery from IVDD
Playful Fun Turns into a Devastating Injury for a Beloved Canine It’s been nearly a year since Groot, a 5-year-old Beagle/Pit Bull mix, suffered a serious injury at a pet boarding facility while his...
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Pet Cold Safety – 10 Tips for Plummeting Temperatures
Across much of the United States, the winter months bring colder temperatures, ice, and snow. Fresh snowfall can be beautiful and even fun for your pet at times. But the cold weather also brings...
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Five Common Pet Fears: What You Can Do to Help Your Pet
Just like humans, pets can experience fear, anxiety, or even phobias. Here, we will discuss five common pet fears, signs your pet may be anxious, how to help your pet be less afraid, and when to visit...
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Decoding Common Cat Behavior: Insights into Feline Actions and Their Meanings
Cats are mysterious creatures with a unique set of behaviors that can sometimes leave pet owners puzzled. By decoding these behaviors, we can deepen our bond with our cats and provide them with the...
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House Dust Mite Allergies in Dogs and Cats: Signs, Prevention, and Treatment
Dust mites, which are invisible to the naked eye, secrete an allergen that can cause allergy signs in both pets and humans, especially those with atopic dermatitis who are sensitized to their...
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Caring for Your Blind Pet: Nine Tips to Improve Their Quality of Life
As pet owners, we want nothing more than to ensure the happiness and wellbeing of our furry companions. When caring for a blind pet, it’s important to remember that they can lead fulfilling lives with...
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Lily Poisoning in Cats: Everything You Need to Know
In the spring, particularly during the Easter season, it is common to bring beautiful lilies into homes. However, if you have cats as part of your family, it is important to know that these plants are...
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What to Do if Your Dog Breaks or Tears a Nail
If your dog suddenly yelps in pain when putting weight on a paw and starts limping, the culprit may be a broken, cracked, split, or injured nail. Nail injuries can be incredibly painful for your furry...
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Food Allergies in Dogs: Does My Dog Have Food Allergies?
Even if your dog has been eating the same diet for an extended period of time, they can develop an allergic reaction to their food. That’s because the body’s immune system takes time to develop...
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Food Allergies in Cats: Does My Cat Have Food Allergies?
When a cat’s immune system repeatedly reacts adversely to a specific ingredient in their food, they have developed a food allergy. But how do you know which ingredient is causing your cat’s allergic...
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Strokes in Dogs: Signs, Treatment, and Prognosis
While the thought of your dog having a stroke is distressing, strokes in pets are often less debilitating than in people. Depending on stroke severity, dogs typically have a good prognosis for...
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Understanding Strokes in Cats: What You Need to Know
While cats do not commonly have strokes, they can occur in response to various underlying medical conditions. In these cases, prompt medical care is needed to improve their chances of recovery....
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What You Need to Know About Heatstroke in Dogs
Many of us look forward to playing with our pets outside in the warm weather – going for a run, tossing a ball for fetch, or basking in the sun. But warmer weather can also be dangerous for our...
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Battling Bugs: Common Insects That Irritate Pets in Warmer Weather
As the temperatures rise, so does the activity of various insects, many of which can become a nuisance or even a danger to our pets. Understanding which bugs are likely to cause problems can help pet...
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What You Need to Know About Heatstroke in Dogs
Many of us look forward to playing with our pets outside in the warm weather – going for a run, tossing a ball for fetch, or basking in the sun. But warmer weather can also be dangerous for our...
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Anesthesia in Older Pets: What You Need to Know
As our pets live longer lives, they need healthcare well into their senior years to keep their quality of life at its peak. It’s likely your older pet will need to undergo anesthesia for surgery or...
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The Hidden Danger of Cheatgrass and Foxtails to Your Pets
As the weather warms up in many parts of the United States, people and their pets are spending more time outdoors. While fresh air and sunshine encourage exercise and promote emotional health, there...
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Tracheal Collapse in Dogs: Everything You Need to Know
As a pet owner, it’s important to understand the role of the trachea in your dog’s respiratory system. The trachea is a flexible tube that has strong c-shaped rings of cartilage and muscle that...
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Cushing’s Disease in Cats: Signs and Treatment
Cushing’s disease, also known as Cushing’s syndrome or hyperadrenocorticism, is a rare condition in cats that occurs when their body creates an excessive amount of the hormone cortisol. This hormonal...
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Understanding Your Pet’s Eyes: Normal vs. Abnormal Signs and Care Tips
If you’re familiar with the expression “You’re giving me those puppy eyes,” you know it describes the affectionate way dogs look at humans. Those charming eyes of dogs, and cats too, are not just...
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