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Caring for Elderly and Senior Pets: A Guide for Pet Parents
Just like humans, elderly and senior pets need special care. The age from which a pet is considered elderly depends upon multiple factors, such as breed, size, and health. Larger dogs age early as…
Common Skin Problems in Cats
It’s no fun having a cat that is uncomfortable, and skin diseases are a common cause of discomfort. The skin is the largest organ in the body and can respond in a handful of ways to numerous…
Umbilical Hernias in Dogs and Cats
An umbilical hernia is a congenital abnormality where the body wall does not close properly at the location where the umbilical cord was attached (the belly button). This results in an opening, or…
Why do cats get crystals in their urine?
Crystals in the urine are medically referred to as ‘crystalluria’. This occurs in cats when the urine is highly concentrated. Crystalluria is not always a sign of urinary tract infection or kidney…
Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD)
Feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD) is an umbrella term that is used to describe several conditions that can affect the lower urinary tract, specifically the urinary bladder and urethra, of…
Common Causes of Urinary Issues in Cats
Your cat’s litter box habits can tell you a lot about their urinary tract health. A sudden change in your cat’s bathroom habits might be a red flag indicating an issue in the urinary tract that…