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Stomach cancers are uncommon in dogs and cats and account for only < 1% of total cancer cases. However, stomach cancers often result in serious illness, and chances of recovery and remission are…
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in dogs is considered to be a syndrome rather than an actual disease. It’s characterized by chronic inflammation and irritation of the intestinal tract, causing…
Dogs have a few quirky behaviors and habits that make them quite unique. Some of them are adorable while others can be a little weird and unusual. One common undesirable behavior that dogs show is…
Protein-losing enteropathy (PLE) in dogs is a condition that causes the loss of protein from the gastrointestinal (GI) tract due to intestinal problems. It’s not a specific disease, but rather a…
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…
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…
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…
Giving milk as a supplement to a dog’s diet has been a common practice among dog owners. Milk has high amounts of vitamins and minerals and is a common choice for dog owners to use as a nutritional…
Alternative milk options can be given to dogs in replacement of traditional cow’s milk. Plant-based milk alternatives such as soy, almond, and oats, are as nutritious as traditional milk and have…
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 Pepto-Bismol (bismuth…
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 kaolin/pectin…
Most of us have had a sunburn at some point during our lives. Unpleasant and painful, sunburn or solar dermatitis is caused by overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) sun rays when we spend too much time…
Have you ever wondered if dogs are really color blind? Or what to expect from your dog’s vision as he ages? Keep reading to learn helpful facts about your dog’s eyes!
Have you ever wondered what makes your cat’s eyes different from yours? Or what makes your cat such a great hunter? Keep reading to learn helpful facts about your cat’s eyes!
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…
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…
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