Dog Health
Myasthenia Gravis in Dogs
Myasthenia gravis is an uncommon neuromuscular disease that causes muscular weakness in dogs and other species. Some dogs are born with myasthenia gra...
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Dog Health
Dog Constipation: Causes and How to Help
Even if we don’t want to admit it, most of us have had our own unpleasant experiences with constipation. You know—when you have to go, but you jus...
Pet Health
Why Do Cats Drool? Common Causes, Explained.
If there were a contest for drooling in pets, dogs would surely win. But what about cats? Are they part of the drool conversation? They sure are! But
Cat Health
Coughing Cat: 11 Common Causes (and How to Help)
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Coughing is a normal response to any irritation in your kitty’s airways or throat. Even though it’s a normal response, cats should not cough often...
Dog Health
Diabetes in Dogs
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Diabetes is a growing epidemic in both humans and pets, becoming increasingly more common in dogs.¹ Since 2006, the prevalence of diabetes in dogs ha...
Dog Health
10 Dog Breeds Prone to Hip Dysplasia
Hip dysplasia is, unfortunately, one of the most common joint problems in dogs. It can be very painful and eventually makes dogs unwilling to particip...
Dog Health
Dehydration in Dogs
Dehydration in dogs can occur for many different reasons. Water makes up 60 percent of a dog’s body. Normally, water should be able to move in and o...
Cat Health
All About Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV)
Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) is found worldwide in domestic cats. Its name is misleading—FeLV does not cause leukemia, which is a cancer of the bloo...
Cat Health
Cat Dry Nose: Causes and How to Help
Cat noses are adorable and one of the first things we notice on our cute little kitty’s face. But for some pet parents, the nose appears different.
Dog Emergency
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD) in Dogs
Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) in dogs is one of the most common causes of spinal injury, and is especially prevalent in dogs with short legs and
Pet Medication
Methocarbamol for Dogs
If you have ever had a pinched nerve, you might be familiar with the pain that can accompany muscle spasms. There are a number of conditions that can
Dog Health
Acral Lick Dermatitis (Lick Granuloma) in Dogs
If your dog won’t stop licking at a sore on his leg, it might be a lick granuloma, also known as acral lick dermatitis. These skin lesions can...
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