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How to Clean Your Dog's Ears
Does your dog have problems with its ears? Has your vet recommended routine ear cleaning for your dog? Or perhaps you’d just like to add ear cleaning to your dog’s regular grooming routine! Here are…
10 Facts About Your Dog's Ears
Did you know that your dog has superpowers? Dog’s ears have a superior sense of hearing with incredible sensitivity to sound waves. Read more to learn about their hearing superpower plus why and how…
How to Clean Your Cat's Ears
Most cats don’t need regular ear cleaning. But some feline breeds are more prone to the build-up of ear wax and/or ear infections. Cats with underlying health issues, such as allergies, diabetes, or…
Examining and Caring for Your Pet’s Ears
Have you ever wondered why your pet can hear sounds that you can’t? It’s true that dogs and cats have much more sensitive hearing than we do. Keep reading to learn more about your pet’s ears, how…
Common Causes of Itchy Ears in Cats
Cats may scratch at their ears occasionally, but when you notice your cat scratching and pawing at her ears a bit more than usual, you should take a closer look. Are there any noticeable changes in…
Common Causes of Itchy Ears in Dogs
Your canine buddy’s ears can be prone to a variety of health issues. And a considerable chunk of these can lead to constant itching and discomfort. The good news is, taking a proactive approach to…
Pinnal Vasculitis: Why are my dog's ears crusty?
Vasculitis is a general term that is used to describe skin diseases that are caused by inflammation of the blood vessel walls. It is an uncommon disorder that can occur anywhere in the body of cats…
10 Cool and Interesting Facts About Your Cat’s Ears
Cats' triangular-shaped ears clearly distinguish them from other species, but there’s a lot more to a cat’s pyramid-shaped ears than meets the eye! Keep reading to learn what makes your cat’s ears…
Is it OK to pluck the hair from my dog’s ears?
For some dog breeds, it’s natural to have hair growing inside their ears. Poodles, Shih Tzus, and Bichon Frises are just some of these breeds that grow thicker hair inside their ears. Unfortunately,…
16 Summer Dangers for Dogs
For many of us, summer means getting outside and enjoying time in nature with our furry best friends! Unfortunately, this also means that our pets can be exposed to new dangers. Summer temperatures,…
Tick Talk - Dogs and Tick Control
Ticks are small, biting parasites that feed on blood and are typically most active from spring through fall. They are most commonly found in wooded areas. Ticks come in many different varieties that…
What You Need to Know About Spaying Your Female Dog
Spaying female dogs is a common practice. This procedure is called an ovariohysterectomy, where both ovaries and the uterus are surgically removed. In this article, we discuss the pros and cons of…
Swelling of the Ear (Aural Hematoma) in Cats and Dogs
Aural (ear) hematomas form when blood vessels rupture under the skin of the ear flap. This is the most common reason for swelling along the outside of a dog or cat’s ear. Continue reading to learn…
Hot Spots (Moist Dermatitis) in Dogs
Hot spots, also known as moist dermatitis, are a common skin condition in dogs. They are typically caused by damaged and/or infected skin. Areas of redness and irritation can occur rapidly,…
How to Examine Your Pet at Home: A Step-By-Step Guide
Performing simple exams on your pet at home is important for several reasons. It can help prepare them for examinations performed by your vet, as well as handling by the groomer or other care…
Summer Dangers for Cats
Summer often means spending more time outside. However, for outdoor cats, this can pose several risks. In this article, you can read about some of these summer dangers, how to prevent them, and what…
What is Cherry Eye in Dogs?
Dogs have a third eyelid, located in the inner corner of each eye. You may notice this small, pink triangular tissue blink briefly across your dog’s eye when they yawn or appear tired. This tissue…
Veterinary Virtual Care - FAQ
Veterinary virtual care may seem like a new concept, but it’s actually been around for many years. You may have heard the terms “telemedicine” or “teletriage” and wondered how they can be used to…
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