Over the years, society’s view of animals has changed dramatically - from working creatures that primarily lived outdoors to family members with their own calendars of activities, beds and specialty…
There are 2 main types of lice in dogs and cats - sucking lice and chewing lice. Lice tend to be species-specific, so they tend to stay on their own preferred host. There are rare reports of the dog…
Whipworms are a large intestinal parasite in dogs and cats. Dogs often get infected with Trichurias vulpis and cats get infected with T. felis, T. serrata, and T. campanula. Whipworms tend to be…
Giardia is a microscopic, single-cell parasite that can live in the intestine of animals or people. This parasite causes the infection known as Giardiasis. Read on to learn about signs, treatment,…
Stomach ulceration happens when there’s a disruption in the stomach’s protective barrier, leading to damage to the stomach’s lining and affecting its deeper cell layers. This causes abdominal pain,…
It’s always tempting to share our snacks with our pets, and while most fresh fruits are nutritious and tasty, not all are safe for dogs to eat. Grapes and raisins, a common fruit snack for humans,…
When people experience stomach upset, it can easily be identified and treated with over-the-counter medicines. Once symptoms start to appear, even mild ones, any person can easily communicate what…
Abnormal growths or tumors can develop in any part of the ear canal - in the external, middle, or inner ear canal. These tumors can be benign or malignant. Tumors that don’t spread are known as…
If you live in an area where skunks are regularly sighted, chances are you’re familiar with how notorious their spray is, and you know it’s not something you don’t want your dog to experience.…
Cats don’t need to be bathed routinely. Most cats groom themselves regularly and do such a great job that we don’t have to worry about bathing them. A cat’s tongue is covered with tiny spikes,…
Dandruff formation is a bothersome and unsightly problem common in humans. Though less common, this skin condition can also happen in cats. Most cases of dandruff in cats are not too serious but…
Abnormal hair loss, medically known as alopecia, is a common dermatological problem in cats. The extent of hair loss varies depending on the cause and severity of the condition. Some conditions…
Since it’s likely that your pets don’t live in the wild, their nails probably won’t wear down naturally. Therefore, as owners, we must trim them to avoid problems with walking and moving around, as…
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 fenbendazole (Panacur) is…
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 milbemycin oxime…
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 ivermectin is used for,…
Cheyletiella is a skin parasite that affects dogs and cats, as well as other animals and humans. Known as “walking dandruff” this mite causes symptoms similar to flaky, dry skin. Keep reading to…
Feline scabies, also called notoedric mange, is caused by the feline mite Notoedres cati. It infects cats similarly to sarcoptic mange mites in dogs. In fact, these mites are closely related.…
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