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Rabbits are herbivores, meaning they only eat plants. They have a specialized gastrointestinal (GI) tract to accommodate that diet. Did you know rabbits can eat up to 30 times per day and ingest 2-8…
The pancreas is a long, flat organ that is located in the abdomen along the small intestines near the right, cranial (front) part of the abdomen. This little organ has big responsibilities in…
Pancreatitis means inflammation of the pancreas. The pancreas is a vital organ that regulates digestion and blood sugar in the body. Located near the stomach in all animals, the pancreas produces…
Lymphoma is a cancer of the lymphoid cells and typically affects middle age to older dogs. It can develop primarily in lymph nodes or other organs in the body. There are two main types of lymphoma,…
Have you ever considered what an important function the heart serves? The heart beats continuously to move blood throughout the body, every day, all day for the entirety of your pet’s life. This…
Your cat’s liver is a vital organ that is sensitive to damage and disease. For this reason, it’s important to recognize early signs of illness in your cat so that he can be treated quickly. Continue…
The liver plays many important roles in your pet’s body. Without a functional liver, your dog or cat wouldn’t be able to properly digest food, filter toxins from the bloodstream, or regulate certain…
Lymphoma, also called lymphosarcoma or LSA, is a cancer of special cells called lymphocytes. Lymphoma is the most common cancer affecting cats and can occur in nearly any part of the body. Early…
Your dog’s liver is a vital organ that is sensitive to damage and disease. For this reason, it’s important to recognize early signs of illness in your dog so that she can be treated quickly.…
Megacolon in cats happens when the large intestines become distended, leading to constipation or obstipation. Cats that develop megacolon have a large amount of hard stool in their large intestines…
Congestive heart failure (CHF) is most often a result of the left side of the heart being unable to move blood out and through to the rest of the body, leading to edema formation. Edema is fluid in…
Feline Leukemia Virus, or FeLV, is a retrovirus that infects felines only (domestic cats and some wild felids like cheetahs and the Florida panther). Feline Leukemia is the most common infectious…
Feline Immunodeficiency Virus, or FIV, is a retrovirus that infects felines only (it cannot spread to people, dogs or other animals). FIV is found around the world but is not as prevalent as the…
There are many signs of cancer in dogs. Most of these signs are known as “non-specific”, meaning they may be present in a variety of disease processes and not specific to cancer. For example,…
Ever wonder how your dog’s digestive system works? Are dogs strictly meat-eaters? Read on to learn about the digestive system, how it works, and the best way to keep your dog’s digestive tract…
Although adult cats may not always show signs of illness when infected with internal parasites (worms and protozoa), if your feline family member is dealing with unexplained weight loss, chronic…
Getting ready for an international trip is exciting, but it can also be a busy and stressful time if you’re planning to take your dog along. Preparing your dog for the trip and planning ahead is…
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…
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