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Miliary Dermatitis in Cats
Miliary dermatitis is a term for small, scab-like sores on the skin of cats. Since cats tend to have a thick coat of fur, you may not initially see the scabs, but you can feel them when petting your…
Toxoplasmosis in Cats
You may have heard that doctors advise women, considering pregnancy or who become pregnant, to get rid of their cat(s) or have their partner clean the litter box(es) for the duration of their…
Protecting Your Cat from Feline Distemper
Feline distemper is caused by a virus called panleukopenia, which is actually a parvovirus. Panleukopenia variants are present around the world and can also infect lions, tigers, lynx, minks, and…
Antifreeze (Ethylene Glycol) Toxicity in Pets
Antifreeze or Ethylene Glycol (EG) used in car engines is highly toxic to dogs and cats. Ingestion is considered a medical emergency. Unfortunately, animals like the taste of antifreeze and will…
Vaccine Reactions in Dogs and Cats
Vaccine reactions can range from mild to severe in both dogs and cats. The immune system can have a variety of responses to vaccines, and some allergic reactions will develop within an hour and…
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) is an extremely serious viral disease that affects cats, and only cats, worldwide. It is considered one of the least understood of all cat diseases. You may have…
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) in Cats
Inflammatory bowel disease, also called IBD, is the most common cause of continued or chronic vomiting and diarrhea in cats (and dogs), meaning vomiting and/or diarrhea occurring at least twice a…
Signs of Pain in Cats
You know what pain feels like, but do you know how that feeling is transmitted within your body? Did you know that besides being unpleasant, pain causes negative physical and mental effects on the…
Pet Medication 101: Benadryl
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 Benadryl…
Pet Medication 101: Aspirin
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 aspirin is used for, how…
Heart Murmurs in Cats
Normal hearts beat with a quiet flow of blood. A heart murmur occurs when blood flowing through the heart causes a sound that can be heard through a stethoscope and sometimes even felt by touch. The…
Veterinary Telemedicine
According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, veterinary telemedicine involves the use of electronic exchange of medical information from one site to another to improve and assess the…
Pet Medication 101: Tylenol
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 Tylenol (acetaminophen)…
Pet Medication 101: Zyrtec
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 Zyrtec (cetirizine) is…
Pet Medication 101: Claritin
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 Claritin (loratadine) is…
Myasthenia Gravis in Dogs and Cats
Myasthenia Gravis (MG) is a disease that causes severe muscle weakness and can look like your pet is becoming paralyzed. It is not a common disease and is seen more often in dogs than cats. Keep…
Megaesophagus in Dogs
The esophagus is the tube-shaped organ that carries swallowed food and water from the mouth down into the stomach. Megaesophagus (ME) is described as decreased movement and dilation or enlargement…
Ask a Vet: 10 Important Questions to Ask at Your Next Vet Visit
Sometimes bringing your pet to the veterinary hospital can be overwhelming. Often, you’re struggling to get your cat in a carrier, driving with a dog that is terrified to be in the car, or wrangling…