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cat Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Does Your Cat Have Inflammatory Bowel Disease?

Sometimes I look at photographs of my old life, the life I had before Bob came into it. And it makes me sad because I didn't have Bob, but also because the floors were...
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My Dog Bit Someone, Now What Do I Do?

You get a phone call finding out that your dog has bitten someone. Or maybe you were outside and witnessed this occurrence yourself. What do you do now? It’s hard to imagine your faithful companion...
cat diabetes

How to Live With a Diabetic Cat

Your cat is starting to exhibit some unusual signs. He seems to be missing the cat box with regularity and camps out by his water dish continually. He’s even gotten skinnier despite eating well. What could...
pet obesity

6 Shocking Reasons Why Your Pet Is Overweight

Pets can pack on the pounds just like humans can, but it’s can be much more serious for them because their bodies are so much smaller than ours. What do you do if, when noticing...
swollen paw

OUCH: Why Are Your Cat’s Paws Swollen?

It’s quite rare to see a swollen paw on a cat.  Because of that, if you find that your cat’s paw or paws are swollen, you’ll want to get her to the vet right...
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The Right Way To Manage Canine Pancreatitis

Pancreatitis is a condition that affects humans and dogs alike. It can come on quickly and go away or it can move in for much longer stay. We’ve put together some information for you to...
Cat Brain Cancer

Cat Brain Cancer Symptoms And Treatment

Is it true that cats can have brain cancer? Sadly, yes. While it is rare, older male cats seem to be the most likely felines to develop cancer. Fortunately, cats are very similar to humans...
cat vomiting

How Normal is Feline Vomiting?

As cat lovers, we get used to a certain amount of feline vomiting. Who hasn’t gotten out of bed in the middle of the night and stepped, barefoot, into a lovely pile of hairball? Cleaning...
dog table scraps

Should You Ever Feed Your Dog Table Scraps?

That headline is really the question, isn’t it? There are some pet owners who willingly feed their dogs anything from their plates. There are others who feed only table scraps. And then there are...
probiotics for dogs and cats

Should You Be Giving Your Pets Probiotics?

When you listen to doctors – whether they practice traditional medicine or alternative medicine – many tout the benefit of having a strong immune system. A strong immune system will help you resist infections...
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How to Treat Your Cat’s Wound at Home

Cats are every bit as susceptible to minor scrapes and cuts as we are. These aren’t the things that are going to threaten your cat’s life but will make her uncomfortable. If you find that...
dog nail disorders

Spot The Signs Of Dog Nail Disorders

Your dog’s claws are sometimes things you take for granted unless there’s an obvious problem. If you live in a rural area where there isn’t a lot of concrete, your dog’s nails won’t be worn...
Poisonous Foods

11 Poisonous Foods You Should Never Feed Your Cat

Yes, cats are finicky eaters but they’ve also been known to get into human foods that can really hurt them. Just like the danger between chocolate and dogs, these poisonous foods below can be very...
cat eat grass

Why Do Cats Eat Grass?

So what is it about cats eating grass?  We’ve all seen them do it and then we see them throw up right afterward. The important question to ask: Is eating grass dangerous for your...
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What’s Better: Dry Or Wet Cat Food?

You know what the real difference is between dogs and cats besides the obvious ones? Dogs eat anything and cats won’t. It can be downright challenging to get your cat to try a different food. So how...
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Pet Blood Bank: Save Your Pet With a Blood Transfusion

Did you know that there is such a thing as a pet blood bank? Pets have the same transfusion needs as humans and, in some cases, that transfusion can save their lives. How it Started In...
tea tree oil toxic pets

One Thing You Should NEVER Put On Your Pets

You may recognize the essential oil in the title of this blog post. Tea tree oil is used to treat skin conditions in humans as a means of alternative medical therapy. It’s a native of...

What You Need To Know About Hip Dysplasia

Dog hip dysplasia comes from an inherited condition. It is chiefly the result of a malformed hip joint. When the joint is loose, a dog’s leg bone will move around too much and this creates excess wear...

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