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When to Take Your Cat to the ER Cat Diseases & Conditions A-Z
When to Take Your Cat to the ER
Ah, cats. We love ‘em, but less so at two a.m. when they’re dry-heaving all over our carpet. What if your cat still continues to vomit multiple times all night? When do you decide to bring your cat into the ER?
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When To Bring Your Dog to the ER Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
When To Bring Your Dog to the ER
Often times, as a pet owner, it’s hard to know whether your dog’s condition is a true medical emergency or not… or more importantly, if it warrants getting up in the middle of the night to seek medical attention from a veterinary professional you don’t know.
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Holiday Pet Dangers: How to Keep Your Pet Safe This Year Dog Checkups & Preventive Care
Holiday Pet Dangers: How to Keep Your Pet Safe This Year
Before you put any presents below the Christmas tree, do your pet a favor – learn about the common holiday dangers that are poisonous to dogs and cats. Certain holiday dangers pose threats to pets, including certain foods, plants, home ornaments, and decorations.
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Dog Toxins & Poisons
Poinsettias Aren't Poisonous, but There are Plenty of Christmas Dangers for Pets
For many years I’d been fighting the rumor that poinsettias were deadly to dogs and cats. The “killer-poinsettia” myth apparently started back in 1919 when an Army officer stationed in Hawaii found their two-year old child dead underneath a poinsettia.
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New Year's Don'ts For Your Pet Dog Checkups & Preventive Care
8 New Year's Don'ts For Your Pet
It’s easy to forget the pet dangers that lurk during the holiday season.
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My Dog Just Ate An Asthma Inhaler. Is It Poisonous? Dog Toxins & Poisons
My Dog Just Ate An Asthma Inhaler. Is It Poisonous?
Asthma, which can be seen in humans, horses, and cats, can be life threatening without treatment.
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Little boy sneaking food to the dog Dog Checkups & Preventive Care
Thanksgiving Holiday Dangers to Avoid
We’ll be thankful if you keep your pet safe with these Thanksgiving tips.
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Dr. Ruth's Halloween Hazards Dog Checkups & Preventive Care
Dr. Ruth's Halloween Hazards
Candy can land your dog in the emergency room. What other hazards does Halloween bring?
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Dog Toxins & Poisons
Inducing Vomiting in Your Dog
Veterinarians often cringe when pet owners find information (or shall I say “mis-information”) on the Internet.
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Help! How do I Keep My Cat Out of the Christmas Tree? Cat Behavior
Help! How do I Keep My Cat Out of the Christmas Tree?
Christmas trees make a tempting and dangerous target for our feline friends. Learn how to protect your tree and your cat.
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