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Ear Infection
Ear infections are caused by microorganisms that replicate in the ears. In dogs, the most common causes of these infections are bacteria and yeast. In cats…
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Red Pustules
The dog or cat has acne-like lumps; these red pustules (also known as pustules) are tiny bumps on the skin that are filled with pus. Pustules form when the…
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Homemade Dog Food Dos And Donts
Your dog is a large part of your family. As such, you want to ensure the best nutrition plan possible for your furry friend. This could mean making your dog…
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Nausea
The pet has a sensation of unease and discomfort in the upper stomach with an involuntary urge to vomit. Nausea is a common condition in pets, and it can be…
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Itching
Cats and dogs can have an itch because of an allergic reaction, infection, a neurogenic condition, or parasites. Itching is a sensation localized on the skin…
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Snail Or Slug Bait Poisoning
Metaldehyde, an ingredient found in some solid camp stove fuels as well as snail and slug baits, is very toxic to both dogs and cats. Usually called snail…
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Fireworks Safety Tips For Pets
There are some hunting dogs such as Beagles , Foxhounds ( American and English Foxhounds ) and Setters that are not alarmed by the sights and sounds of…
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How To Detect Ringworm
Detecting ringworm in pets is pretty simple. Ringworm gets its name for the distinctive rash it leaves in the shape of a circle.
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Horners Syndrome
Horner’s syndrome is a pet health condition that occurs when there is damage to the sympathetic nerve pathway to the eye. When this happens, various facial…
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Feline Infectious Peritonitis
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) is a fatal viral disease that occurs in cats. It is caused by strains of the feline coronavirus, a type of virus that…
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Shock Collars For Dogs To Use Or Not To Use
Shock collars for dogs are very highly debated in the pet community. Most pet parents have considered this as an option while training, though. There are pros…
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Proper Dog Dental Care
Proper dog dental care is essential for your dog’s health. Unfortunately, too many dog owners overlook this aspect of caring for their pets. This is…
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Conjunctivitis
Conjunctivitis is a fairly common pet health concern that occurs when the membranes lining the eyelids become inflamed. These membranes, known as conjunctiva…
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Testimonials From Pet Parents
“My lab/German shepherd mix, Moose, has always had chewing problems. After talking with Amber, she let me know this was from separation anxiety. Prior to…
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Regurgitating Food
A pet is pouring back, especially to cast up partially digested food. Regurgitating food is characterized by the expulsion of undigested food without…
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Hypoallergenic Dog Food
Does your dog seem as if he is continuously itching ? Have you already tried flea and tick medication or an oatmeal shampoo? Are you continuously facing skin…
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Blepharitis
Blepharitis in pets occurs due to allergies, an excessive growth of bacteria on your pet’s eyelids or a blockage of the eye’s oil glands. It is most often…
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is the broad term veterinarians use to describe a group of disorders characterized by the presence of inflammatory cells in…
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Craniomandibular Oseopathy
Craniomandibular Osteopathy, also called lion jaw, is a disease in which the bones, particularly those of the lower jaw and those surrounding the middle ear…
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How To Shave A Cat
Hot weather can be quite miserable for long-haired cats such as Persians or Himalayans . As such, if you have a long-haired breed of cat , you may have been…