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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…
Ear mites are highly contagious and spread easily to other dogs, cats, rabbits, ferrets, hamsters, gerbils, mice, and other pets. On a positive note, ear mites do not typically spread to people. Ear…
Stool consistency can be a good indicator of a dog’s health. The gastrointestinal (GI) system plays a huge and important role in maintaining overall health in dogs. It’s responsible for absorbing…
Parasites, by definition, are organisms that live on a host organism at the expense of the host’s health. They can take many forms, from visible insect parasites to microscopic organisms in the…
Diarrhea is a commonly encountered health problem in cats. The severity of diarrhea can range from soft stool to a full-blown watery or bloody diarrhea, depending on the cause. In cats, one of the…
Hairballs (technically called “trichobezoars”) are more than just unpleasant things to deal with if you share your life and home with cats. These slimy wads of undigested hair can also cause…
Have you noticed red bumps or pimples on your dog’s skin? It may be a case of canine acne. The condition is characterized by the appearance of inflammatory lesions on the lips of dogs. In some…
Cats can suffer from allergies, too. Just like humans, your cat may be allergic to various substances called “allergens” that may be present in the air that they breathe, in their food, and in…
Allergy-induced ear infections are painful conditions that tend to recur in many dogs. Allergies to fleas, foods, and things in the environment like molds, pollens, and dander are the most common…
Skin itching is a very common problem in dogs. Thus, some pet owners tend to just take it in stride and wait to see if the itching will resolve on its own. However, any type of skin problem, even…
Itchy skin can be very frustrating for cats. To find relief, they engage in excessive grooming, licking, and scratching at the affected areas until there is hair loss and the skin becomes raw. When…
Itchy eyes can be a source of discomfort for your pet. To find relief, your dog or cat may scratch at his eye or rub his face along the furniture or the ground. These behaviors can eventually lead…
One of the top reasons for scabs on cats is miliary dermatitis. The scabs are usually itchy and are present on the cat’s neck, back, and tail. Take note that feline miliary dermatitis is not a…
Allergies in dogs are very common health issues; however, they’re rarely simple to address. First, different types of allergies can affect dogs. This means there is a need to identify the cause of…
Dogs are just as susceptible to seasonal allergies as humans. Specific allergens in the environment tend to increase at certain times of the year, specifically during spring and/or fall, triggering…
External parasites are among the most common causes of itching and discomfort in dogs. Fleas, mites, or ticks on their skin or ears can send them into a scratching frenzy leading to skin irritation…
No matter what precautions you take in safeguarding your cat’s health and well-being, skin parasites (ectoparasites) are always a constant threat. These ubiquitous creatures can wreak havoc on the…
Feline Infectious Anemia is caused by a group of bacteria called mycoplasma, that attach to the surface of red blood cells. Fighting between cats, mosquitos, ticks, and fleas are all thought to be…
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