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Spring Dangers To Pets – Toxic Flowers

by Nestor Canales | March 29, 2021 | Cat Care, Dog Care | 0 Comments

April showers have done their job and brought May flowers. As is typical for Mother Nature, however, her beauty is not without hazards. While we humans gaze, photograph, pick and arrange spring flowers, dogs and cats often take a different approach; their curiosity often entices them to eat them. Many plants that bloom in the spring are toxic to...

What are FIV and Fev diseases in cats?

by Nestor Canales | March 22, 2021 | Cat Care | 0 Comments

Feline leukemia virus (FeLV) and Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) are viruses that all cat owners should be aware of. They belong to a class of viruses called “retroviruses,” which operate by inserting themselves into genes within the host animal’s cells. Both FeLV and FIV cause suppression of the immune system, making the affected animal’s...

The Blocked Cat: A True Feline Emergency

by Kelly Sulik | March 15, 2021 | Cat Care | 0 Comments

The Blocked Cat: A True Feline Emergency The term “blocked cat” refers to a cat with an obstruction that prevents him from being able to urinate. Due to their anatomy, this is almost exclusively a problem of male, as opposed to female, cats. It can quickly become a life-threatening condition, so cats showing symptoms of obstruction should be seen...

Mange in Dogs and Cats

by Kelly Sulik | March 8, 2021 | Cat Care, Dog Care | 0 Comments

Mange in Dogs and Cats Mange is the term used to describe the condition caused by a mite infestation. Mites are a type of four-legged parasite. While often confused for insects, they are more closely related to spiders and ticks. Many different skin conditions can cause similar symptoms to mange, so if mange is suspected, testing must be done...

Intervertebral Disc Disease

by Kelly Sulik | March 1, 2021 | Dog Care | 0 Comments

Intervertebral Disc Disease Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) is a condition that affects the spinal column of dogs. It occurs when the discs between the vertebrae bulge or rupture. The condition causes pain, nerve damage, and sometimes, paralysis. The spine is composed of multiple bones called vertebrae. The vertebrae protect the spinal cord,...

Diabetes Mellitus in Dogs and Cats

by Kelly Sulik | February 23, 2021 | Cat Care, Dog Care | 0 Comments

Diabetes Mellitus in Dogs and Cats Many of us have, or know someone who has, diabetes. We may be familiar with using insulin injections to manage the condition or with symptoms that the disease may not be well regulated. Diabetes also occurs in dogs and cats. Since they can’t speak to us to tell us how they are feeling, we need to recognize the...

Canine Flu: Should Your Dog be Vaccinated?

by Kelly Sulik | February 16, 2021 | Dog Care | 0 Comments

Can my dog get the flu? I have recently received many questions regarding canine influenza (“dog flu”) virus and vaccine. Canine influenza is a relatively newly identified disease. Various outbreaks have occurred in the United States since 2004. Two strains of the canine influenza virus exist (H3N8 and H3N2).The H3N8 strain broke out in Florida...

Bloat: A True Canine Emergency

by Kelly Sulik | February 9, 2021 | Dog Care | 0 Comments

Bloat in Dogs: A True Canine Emergency Bloat is a condition that occurs in dogs when the stomach fills with air (dilatation) and/or twists upon itself (volvulus). It is also known as gastric dilatation and volvulus, or GDV. It is extremely life-threatening and always requires immediate veterinary attention. GDV causes increased pressure within...

Do Cats Need High-Protein Cat Food?

by Kelly Sulik | February 2, 2021 | Cat Care | 0 Comments

As more research is done in the field of veterinary nutrition, we continue to learn more about how to keep pets happy and healthy with one of the most important and enjoyable aspects of their daily care: food. Research has shown that one of the most critical dietary components for our feline friends is protein. Here’s what you need to know about...

How Much Does Heartworm Treatment Cost for Dogs?

by Kelly Sulik | February 2, 2021 | Dog Care | 0 Comments

Heartworm prevention has become a standard of preventive care for pets in the United States. However, more than 1 million pets in the US are believed to be heartworm positive, and that number is growing. Although some parts of the country are more severely affected than others, heartworm disease has been diagnosed in all 50 states. You may have...

Spring Dangers To Pets – Toxic Flowers

Mar 29, 2021 | Cat Care, Dog Care

What are FIV and Fev diseases in cats?

Mar 22, 2021 | Cat Care

The Blocked Cat: A True Feline Emergency

Mar 15, 2021 | Cat Care

Mange in Dogs and Cats

Mar 8, 2021 | Cat Care, Dog Care

Intervertebral Disc Disease

Mar 1, 2021 | Dog Care

Diabetes Mellitus in Dogs and Cats

Feb 23, 2021 | Cat Care, Dog Care

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