It is no secret that cats can be particularly averse to visiting the vet. Once the carrier comes out, all defenses are up. Few cats go to the vet’s office without the hissing, scratching, hiding, and yowling. Some may even… Read More
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Thanksgiving Pet Safety Tips
Thanksgiving is the time when families gather together to enjoy America’s most traditional meal of turkey and all the sides. It is a time of festivity and community, and your pets are no less a part of it. Amid the… Read More
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What Is the Best Diet for Dogs?
If you have a pet dog or are thinking of getting one, you may likely be concerned with how to feed your newfound companion best. Should you feed it with commercial food, or should you go organic? Does your dog… Read More
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How to Tell If Your Cat Is Sick
In general, if there is any marked change in your cat’s behavior or appearance, there may be something severely wrong. It can be especially difficult to tell if something is wrong with your cat’s health, as felines instinctively try to… Read More
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Brushing and Bathing Your Cat
One might think at first that a cat needs very little grooming since it diligently grooms itself all day. However, depending on the length of your cat’s hair, you will need to practice routine grooming more or less frequently. Bathing,… Read More
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Hip Dysplasia in Dogs
If there is any common malady in canines that pet owners do not want to hear, it is hip dysplasia. Although it is more prevalent in larger dogs like the Great Dane, Newfoundland, Labrador Retriever, and German Shepherd, hip dysplasia… Read More
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Urinary Blockage in Cats: What to Do
It is naturally upsetting when your cat is in a dire situation. A urinary blockage in cats is one of those dire circumstances, and can cause death to the cat in 3-6 days. If you suspect that your cat might… Read More
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What Is an Integrative Veterinarian?
Integrative veterinary practice is a relatively new phenomenon in the Western hemisphere. It may appear to be almost like magic at first, but this method is no mumbo-jumbo. It involves alternatives to traditional veterinary medicine such as holistic medicine, traditional… Read More
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Can Dogs Be Allergic to Humans?
Allergies to pets are fairly common in the United States. Even if you have a dog or cat, you may even be allergic to your own pet. Allergy symptoms can be as mild as sniffling or as severe as coughing… Read More
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Indoor vs. Outdoor Cat Life
Cats are active creatures, both physically and mentally. They are curious animals with bundles of energy. While every cat is unique, each one is subject to different pros and cons, whether they live indoors or outdoors. Below we will discuss… Read More