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Distemper In Dogs
Canine distemper is a highly contagious and often fatal viral illness that afflicts dogs. Distemper in dogs attacks various areas in the body, including the…
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Uveitis
Uveitis is an inflammatory eye disease affecting the middle layer of the eye. This layer, called the uvea, is made up of the iris, ciliary body and choroid…
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Dilated Pupils
This symptom happens when your dog or cat’s pupils are more expanded than usual, which could lead to mayor eye problems. Unusual dilated pupils can be a sign…
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Entropion
Common in dogs and uncommon in cats, entropion is a conformational abnormality of the pet eyelid in which some part of the lid turns or rolls inward and…
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Recurrent Conjunctivitis
Inflammation in one eye or both of your pet; both cats and dogs could suffer of Recurrent Conjunctivitis. Conjunctivitis refers to the inflammation of tissues…
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Sinusitis
Sinusitis is the medical term for inflammation of the sinuses. These air-filled cavities in the skull often become inflamed due to upper respiratory…
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Low Tolerance To Cold
While some pets may not be able to tolerate cold temperatures due to a lack of hair or body fat, other dogs and cats experience a low tolerance to cold…
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Feces Like Odor
The smell of bowel, in your dog or cat can have be strong which is normal but be aware of any changes. If you notice your pet smells different than normal…
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Leukemia
Despite its name, Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) does much more than cause some cases of cat leukemia. FeLV is a retrovirus that attacks the immune systems of…
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All About Cancer In Dogs
Canine cancer occurs when cells grow abnormally in the body. There are basically two types of cancer , and they are benign and malignant. While benign is a…
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Pneumonia
Pneumonia can occur in both cats and dogs of any age or breed. This is a respiratory condition that can develop when bacteria or viruses invade the lung’s…
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Excessive Thirst
Increased thirst, pet is drinking much more than usual. Excessive drinking is often accompanied by excessive urinating. Excessive thirst can be a sign of…
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Breast Cancer
You may find it hard to believe but your pet can also develop many types of cancer. Breast Cancer occurs due to abnormal cell reproduction or growth in the…
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5 Facts About Microchipping
A pet microchip is a tiny, rice-sized chip that is injected into the neck of your dog or cat. If your pet becomes lost, a microchip can help identify it and…
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Why Do Dogs Eat Poop And How To Stop It
This may sound a bit odd; however, eating feces is a normal action in dogs. For example, when a mother dog has puppies , she licks them in their anal area to…
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How To Trim Cat Nails
Trimming your cat’s nails regularly is an important step in caring for your cat . If a cat’s nails grow too long, they can end up growing into the pads of her…
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Darkened Or Stained Teeth
A discolored, pigmented area on a tooth contrasting with the rest of the tooth color. Discoloration of the teeth can be either internal of external. Internal…
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Tick Borne Diseases In Dogs
If your dog is an enthusiastic and frequent hiking or camping companion, you should be aware of the array of diseases that ticks can transmit to your furry…
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Excessive Weight Loss
Pet is loosing too much weight, or emaciation, without explanation. A cat or dog losing weight can have different causes, such as changes in diet or…
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Head Pressing
The compulsive act of a pet pressing the head against objects for no apparent reason, like against a wall. A cat or dog can have the urge to press the head…