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Dog Checkups & Preventive Care Eight Tips for Keeping Your Dog Free From Tick-Borne Diseases Would you be surprised to learn that ticks can be even more dangerous during the fall, and can spread several distinct diseases. Learn how you can keep your dog protected here. Read More > |
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Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z Should I Worry if My Dog’s Stool Has Blood or Mucus? Blood or mucus in your dog's poop will probably alarm you, and the truth is that some causes are very serious while others are not. Learn how you and your veterinarian can find out. Read More > |
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Cat Diseases & Conditions A-Z Is It Normal for Cats To Cough? Watching a cat cough and wretch, is disturbing, and while a hairball may be your first assumption, that may not be the cause. Learn what else may be behind your cats persistent cough. Read More > |
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Dog Behavior Why Do Dogs Scoot Along the Floor on Their Butts? Do you think your dog's scooting is an funny habit? Think again! Scooting is much more than a habit, it's a sign of a real medical condition. Learn what conditions prompt this "behavior." Read More > |
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Cat Checkups & Preventive Care What Vaccines does My Kitten Need? There's a lot of confusion out there about vaccinations and your cat. Learn the truth from the experts on the subject. Read More > |
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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. Read More > |
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Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z Your Dog and the Dangers of Lyme Disease: Part II If your dog is diagnosed with Lyme disease, don't worry: it's treatable. Doxycycline is commonly prescribed as a safe anti-biotic for Lyme disease. Read More > |
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Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z Your Dog and the Dangers of Lyme Disease: Part I Lyme disease is often misdiagnosed in pets. An infection spread by ticks, Lyme disease can be prevented by medication, grooming, and vaccination. Read More > |
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Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z Fleas 101 Fleas are hardy and can transmit tapeworms and bacteria causing the bubonic plague. Let Dr. Ruth MacPete tell you what else they can do. Read More > |
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Cat Checkups & Preventive Care Why Your Cat Should Stay Indoors: Part II Many people feel cats should be allowed to go outdoors because of their wild origins. Even though cats have been domesticated for nearly 6000 years, they have maintained an obvious connection with their wild ancestors. Scientists believe that cats first became domesticated around 4000 BC in Africa and the Middle East. Read More > |
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Cat Checkups & Preventive Care Why Your Cat Should Stay Indoors: Part I Did you know the average lifespan for an outdoor cat is just 3 to 5 years while indoor cats average 13-17? Read More > |