Diseases

Veterinary Clinical Trials Explained Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Veterinary Clinical Trials Explained
Could a clinical trial be right for you? Learn the pros and cons.
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Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) in Cats Cat Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) in Cats
This disease is the most common cause of sudden death in indoor cats, and the worst part is that it rarely shows symptoms. Learn how to protect your cat from HCM.
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Pododermatitis in Dogs: Why are My Dog’s Feet Red and Itchy? Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Pododermatitis in Dogs: Why are My Dog’s Feet Red and Itchy?
Swollen feet can turn from an annoyance to a serious problem for your dog. If your dog is licking or chewing paws, learn why you should seek veterinary care.
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Bartonella: Cat Scratch Fever Cat Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Bartonella: Cat Scratch Fever
A cat scratch may carry more danger than you realize. Learn about a bacteria that can move from cats to people.
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Canine Degenerative Myelopathy: It's in the DNA Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Canine Degenerative Myelopathy: It's in the DNA
A mutated gene is responsible for a crippling disease that may hit many popular breeds of dogs. Learn who to test for the disease before you adopt your next pup.
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Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Aspiration Pneumonia in Dogs
Aspiration pneumoniais a life threatening emergency that you can usually spot. Learn what symptoms to watch for.
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Five Tests Every New Pet Should Have New-Cat Checklists
Five Tests Every New Pet Should Have
Getting a new pet is a big deal and everyone knows it’s important to get off to a good start. So besides buying supplies and making your home pet-safe, what else should you be doing if you’re adding a new, furry, four-legged member to the family? As a veterinarian, it’s a question I’m often asked by prospective pet parents.
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Transitional Cell Carcinoma (TCC) in Dogs Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Transitional Cell Carcinoma (TCC) in Dogs
TCC is a common cancer and surgery may be impossible. Learn the signs and catch it early.
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CDC, People, and Pets A Vet's Life
What Does the CDC do for People and Pets?
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) do more than predict outbreaks and develop vaccines. The CDC is also very involved in researching emerging diseases that are transmitted from animals to humans as well as diseases that impact our pets. Learn more about how the CDC works to keep both people and pets healthy.
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Feline Panleukopenia: Protect Your Cat from this Often Fatal Disease  Cat Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Feline Panleukopenia: Protect Your Cat from this Often Fatal Disease
Feline panleukopenia is an extremely contagious and often fatal disease of cats. Learn more about the causes, symptoms and treatments of this scary disease. Find out how you can protect your cat with the proper vaccinations and care.
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