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Rabies in Cats: A Deadly Threat

Rabies is a devastating viral disease that affects the central nervous system of mammals, including cats. While rabies cases in domestic animals have significantly decreased due to vaccination efforts, it remains a serious concern, especially with the...

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Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus (GDV) in Dogs: Understanding this Life-Threatening Condition

Gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV), commonly known as bloat, is a serious and potentially fatal condition that affects dogs. It occurs when the stomach fills with gas and fluid, causing it to distend (dilatation). In many cases, the distended stomach...

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Canine Melanoma: Understanding This Serious Skin Cancer in Dogs

Melanoma is a type of cancer that originates in melanocytes, the cells responsible for producing pigment in your dog's skin and fur. In dogs, the most common and aggressive form of melanoma occurs in the mouth (Canine Cancer; DeBiasio). This article...

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Understanding Kennel Cough in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Kennel cough, also known as canine infectious respiratory disease complex (CIRDC), is a highly contagious respiratory infection that affects dogs of all breeds and ages. It's characterized by a harsh, persistent cough that often sounds like a goose...

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Dog Diarrhea: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention

It’s unpleasant if your dog has diarrhea, but it's also a worry. While dog diarrhea is often a mild and short-term problem, it can signify something more serious. So, how do you know if your dog’s upset stomach can be treated at home or when they need...

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Colitis in Dogs: Understanding, Recognizing, and Managing This Common Condition

Dog poop isn't an enjoyable topic, but getting to know what your dog's poop looks and smells like normally will help you spot when there's something wrong. Colitis is just one health condition that affects a dog's guts, but it’s quite easy to recognize...

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Constipation in Cats: A Comprehensive Guide

Keeping an eye on your cat's toileting habits is an important part of ensuring they’re in good health. If your cat uses a litter box, it’s easy to have a quick check of their feces when you’re cleaning it, but it’s much more tricky if your cat goes...

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Hypothyroidism in Dogs: Understanding and Managing This Common Condition

Hypothyroidism affects humans, but did you know that dogs can also suffer from this health condition? In this article, we’ll cover all you need to know about hypothyroidism in dogs, from what it is, and how it’s diagnosed, to how it’s treated and what...

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Osteosarcoma in Dogs: A Comprehensive Guide

As a pet parent, it’s important not to ignore your dog limping. Of course, sometimes a sore muscle or other soft tissue injury can improve with rest. But, if the limping continues or is severe, it’s best to seek advice from your vet. A limp could...

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