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What to Do If Your Cat Has a Runny Nose
Nasal discharge, or runny nose, is not in itself an illness but rather a symptom of an underlying condition. There is a wide range of conditions that result in nasal discharge in cats, and the…
CPR Basics for Pet Parents
Just as it’s considered essential to learn basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for humans in case an emergency happens at home, knowing basic CPR for pets is now being considered equally…
How to Check Your Pet’s Heart Rate and Other Vital Signs
During a veterinary visit, the first thing your vet will do is conduct a thorough physical exam. This allows him or her to have an initial assessment of your pet’s health condition and detect any…
Enucleation Surgery: What to Expect if Your Pet Loses an Eye
Eye injuries are some of the most common injuries our pets endure. Injuries that affect the eye have a wide range of severity, from simple irritation, to surface scratches, to deep ulceration.…
Pet Medication 101: Clindamycin
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 clindamycin is used for,…
Pet Medication 101: Adequan
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 Adequan is used for, how…
Pet Medication 101: Cyclosporine
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 Atopica (cyclosporine) is…
Pet Medication 101: Temaril-P
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 Temaril-P is used for,…
Is it safe for dogs to drink from lakes and puddles?
It’s always a good idea to bring a couple of snacks and water along when going out with your dog. Although dogs can drink untreated water from a lake, from puddles in the street, or from rain, this…
10 Facts About Your Cat's Brain
Cats are intelligent creatures. Many research studies have shown cats can learn new behaviors, apply learned knowledge to new situations, communicate their needs and desires to their humans, and…
Seizures in Cats
Seizures can be a scary experience for you and your cat. It can be helpful to understand why your cat may be having a seizure and what you need to do during this time and after the seizure has…
Pet Insurance Guide for Cat Owners
Animal insurance is prevalent now, and for a good reason. Pet owners are spending more on their pets than ever before. According to American Pet Products Association, there was a 19.42% increase in…
Pet Medication 101: Metoclopramide
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 Reglan (metoclopramide)…
Pet Medication 101: Tylosin
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 Tylan (tylosin) is used…
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…
Symptoms of Bladder Cancer in Cats
Cancer of the bladder is very rare in cats. Among the different types of cancer that can affect the urinary bladder, transitional cell carcinoma (TCC) is the most commonly diagnosed. Although it’s…