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10 Facts About Cat Eyes
Have you ever wondered what makes your cat’s eyes different from yours? Or what makes your cat such a great hunter? Keep reading to learn helpful facts about your cat’s eyes!
Sunburn in Dogs and Cats
Most of us have had a sunburn at some point during our lives. Unpleasant and painful, sunburn or solar dermatitis is caused by overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) sun rays when we spend too much time…
Pet Medication 101: Kaopectate
It’s important to understand a medication’s uses and side effects before giving it to your pet. This medication info sheet is meant to give you a good understanding of what kaolin/pectin…
Parasites That Cause Diarrhea in Cats
Diarrhea is a commonly encountered health problem in cats. The severity of diarrhea can range from soft stool to a full-blown watery or bloody diarrhea, depending on the cause. In cats, one of the…
Stomach Cancer in Dogs and Cats - Symptoms and Diagnosis
Stomach cancers are uncommon in dogs and cats and account for only < 1% of total cancer cases. However, stomach cancers often result in serious illness, and chances of recovery and remission are…
Cat Hairball Remedies
Hairballs (technically called “trichobezoars”) are more than just unpleasant things to deal with if you share your life and home with cats. These slimy wads of undigested hair can also cause…
Is it ok to shave your cat's coat?
Cats are known for their grooming behavior. They constantly groom themselves using their rough tongue and are perfectly capable of keeping their coat well-maintained most of the time. This is the…
Intestinal Cancer in Dogs and Cats
Like with other organ systems, tumors and cancer can also occur in the intestine, and the severity and symptoms usually depend on where the cancer is located. Intestinal cancer is the uncontrollable…
Allergy Tests for Cats
Cats can suffer from allergies, too. Just like humans, your cat may be allergic to various substances called “allergens” that may be present in the air that they breathe, in their food, and in…
Pet Medication 101: Pepcid
It’s important to understand a medication’s uses and side effects before giving it to your pet. This medication info sheet is meant to give you a good understanding of what Pepcid (famotidine) is…
Pet Medication 101: Carprofen
It’s important to understand a medication’s uses and side effects before giving it to your pet. This medication info sheet is meant to give you a good understanding of what Rimadyl (carprofen) is…
Pet Medication 101: Albon
It’s important to understand a medication’s uses and side effects before giving it to your pet. This medication info sheet is meant to give you a good understanding of what Albon (sulfadimethoxine)…
Pet Medication 101: Meloxicam
It’s important to understand a medication’s uses and side effects before giving it to your pet. This medication info sheet is meant to give you a good understanding of what meloxicam (Metacam) is…
Pet Medication 101: Praziquantel
It’s important to understand a medication’s uses and side effects before giving it to your pet. This medication info sheet is meant to give you a good understanding of what praziquantel (Drontal) is…
How to Perform a Food Trial for Your Pet’s Allergies
Food allergy and food intolerance in pets are conditions that are associated with adverse reactions to food. These conditions usually take days to weeks for reactions to be manifested. Identifying…
Vacationing with Pets: A Guide to Pet Sitting
Vacation season is officially upon us, but for many pet owners, finding reliable pet care can be astressful part of planning a vacation.If like many pet owners, you’ve decided that your pets need an…
Why is my cat itchy?
Itchy skin can be very frustrating for cats. To find relief, they engage in excessive grooming, licking, and scratching at the affected areas until there is hair loss and the skin becomes raw. When…
What causes itchy eyes in pets?
Itchy eyes can be a source of discomfort for your pet. To find relief, your dog or cat may scratch at his eye or rub his face along the furniture or the ground. These behaviors can eventually lead…