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…
Cats have very unique respiratory systems. They can be quite sensitive and show signs of distress quickly. Feline asthma, similar to human asthma, can be a difficult disease to control. Read on to…
Brachy means shortened and cephalic means head. Therefore, brachycephalic dogs have skull bones that are shortened in length, giving the face and nose a pushed-in or “smoosh-face” appearance. Common…
You love your cat and want to take the best possible care of them, but it can be difficult to know what to monitor for or expect. Like most things in life, there isn’t an easy answer, but let’s…
Cats are hunters by nature. However, this ability doesn't come out of the blue or out of simple trial and error; a cat's body is anatomically adapted to hunt its prey in the most favorable…
Panting is defined as a rapid, short, breathing pattern, usually done with an open mouth. Panting in dogs is often considered normal and isn’t usually a cause for concern. In cats, however, panting…
Nasal discharge is a common symptom seen in cats with upper respiratory airway problems. The nasal passages filter everything the cat inhales to prevent it from traveling and affecting deeper parts…
Nasal tumors in pets are relatively uncommon, accounting for only 1% of all cancers in dogs. However, they are the most common tumors found along the respiratory tract, responsible for around 60-80%…
Signs of upper respiratory tract problems like nasal discharge and sneezing are relatively common in cats. Oftentimes, signs like these are harmless and resolve on their own with no need for…
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common and clinically important type of arrhythmia in veterinary medicine. It is rarely a medical emergency in itself. But since it’s an important complicating…
Tachycardia is a medical term for rapid heart rate. When tachycardia originates from the ventricles of the heart, it is known as ventricular tachycardia (VT or V-Tach). It is a serious form of…
Arrhythmias refer to the abnormal beats of the heart which are caused by something that disrupts the normal sequence of events that take place in the heart. An arrhythmia may be detected by your vet…
A cat’s breath doesn’t necessarily smell like a bouquet of flowers, especially when fish is a staple in their diets. A piece of tuna can get stuck between their teeth, leading to an unpleasant odor.…
When it comes to your pet’s dental health, prevention is better than treatment. Prevention is the best way to protect your cat from gum disease. A good dental health routine is an important aspect…
You may be surprised to learn that cats and dogs have a comparable sense of smell. Cats originate from top predators in the wild that utilize their many senses to successfully hunt their prey and…
Cats and dogs are naturally curious animals and will wander around and explore their surroundings if given the chance. Unlike humans, dogs and cats rely on their noses when observing things from the…
The chest cavity, also called the thoracic cavity, contains several important organs essential for our pets’ health and life. Any condition that causes changes in the anatomy of the thoracic cavity…
Dogs and cats are known to be natural swimmers. In fact, some breeds of dogs have been trained to swim and retrieve things from the water. And while they’re great swimmers in short distances, they…
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