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Coughing
Coughing helps your dog or cat to remove any foreign bodies or mucus from the throat. Coughing can be chronic, continuous or intermittent. Your pet can cough…
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Hemolytic Anemia
A condition in pets in which red blood cells are destroyed and removed from the bloodstream before their normal lifespan is over. Hemolyctic anemia is often…
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Ear Mites
Ear mites, or Otodectes cynotis, are small parasites that live inside the ear canal of your dog or cat. Ear mite infestation is a common pet health problem…
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Abnormal Heart Rate
A condition in which the heart beats in a abnormal or irregular way – either too slow, too fast, or it may skip a beat. Pets may experience physical…
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How Often Does My Dog Need Grooming
In addition to optimal nutrition, routine veterinary examinations and physical exercise, dog grooming routines are an important part of your pet’s overall…
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Understanding Swimmer Puppy Syndrome
Swimmer puppy syndrome is a condition that occurs in very young puppies usually within their first two weeks of life. It is characterized by a flattening of…
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Fiery Red Gums
Discoloration of the gums and mucous membranes of the pet. Discoloration of the gums is often a sign of dental problems, although other medical conditions…
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Ear Mites In Dogs
If your dog is scratching at his ears obsessively, the culprit of his itchiness may be a nasty arachnid parasite called otodecte cynotis, commonly referred to…
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Tooth Loss
A process in which one or more teeth of a pet come loose and finally fall out. While tooth loss is a normal occurrence in young puppies and kittens, when it…
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Bilateral Swelling Of The Jaw
A condition which causes the jaw to swell up larger than its usual size. The swelling of the jaw can have various causes. Most often it is caused by severe…
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Introducing A New Dog To A Cat
Despite what you see on television for humor, most dogs and cats actually get along pretty well. Those dogs who have lived with cats their entire lives are…
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Difficulty Breathing
When the pet is gasping for air or having any difficulty breathing, it is a symptom commonly related to other health conditions. Always consults a…
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Dental Disorders
Since pets are not able to care for their teeth properly on their own, they are prone to many dental disorders. Among the most common of these pet health…
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Plaque
Plaque and/or tarter is build up on the teeth of a dog or cat. Plaque can be referring to either the teeth or the arteries; however, in either case, it can be…
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How To Stop A Puppy From Biting Hands
A common topic regarding puppies often involves how to stop a puppy from biting hands. Puppies often display a behavior known as “mouthing”. Mouthing is when…
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Colitis
Colitis is a common pet health condition that can develop in both dogs and cats of any breed. This problem occurs when the colon or large intestine becomes…
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Worm Segments Or Strands
The pet has single worm segments or long strands emerging from the anus. When there are worm segments or strands of worms apparent in pets’ feces, it is a…
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Dog Dementia Symptoms And Treatments
Dog dementia, or cognitive dysfunction in dogs , is a condition that affects the brain of an aging canine. Over time, dementia can result in such things as…
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Kennel Cough
Kennel cough, medically known as infectious tracheobronchitis or Bordetella bronchiseptica, is a common pet health concern among dogs. Many people also know…
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Pawing At The Eye
Reaction of a pet itching in the eye, when pets begin pawing at the eye or eyes could be a cause for alarm. The eyes are delicate parts of the body and can…