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Canine Influenza Virus (Dog Flu)
In this article, you will become familiar with dog flu symptoms and what to look for in case there is an outbreak of canine influenza in your area. You can read about how the dog flu spreads from…
Whipworms in Dogs and Cats
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…
Lice In Dogs and Cats
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…
Chiropractic Care for Pets
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…
10 Facts About Cat 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!
10 Facts About Your Dog’s Eyes
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!
Sunburn in Dogs and Cats
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…
Can I give my dog goat’s milk?
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…
My dog has worms in his poop. What do I do?
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 That Cause Diarrhea in Dogs
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…
Parasites That Cause Diarrhea in Cats
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…
Protein-Losing Enteropathy in Dogs
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…
Inflammatory Bowel Disease in Dogs
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…
Stomach Cancer in Dogs and Cats - Symptoms and Diagnosis
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…
Pannus (Superficial Keratitis) in Dogs
Pannus, also called chronic superficial keratitis, typically affects both eyes. It causes pink plaques or red vessels, that are often raised, to develop on the eye. It also causes darker…
Cat Hairball Remedies
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…
Is it ok to shave your cat's coat?
Cats are known for their grooming behavior. They constantly groom themselves using their rough tongue and are perfectly capable of keeping their coat well-maintained most of the time. This is the…
Dry Eye in Dogs and Cats
When our pets look at us, it melts our hearts. Eyes reveal so much about how our pets feel about us and how we feel about them. It’s important to recognize when our furry companion is having eye…