Have you ever encountered a âchattyâ kitty? One who meowed at every opportunity (and then some)? Or maybe youâve had the experience of a kitty who was mostly quiet, but then something happened and he became extremely âmeowy.â
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Weâve all seen the memes since this COVID-19 pandemic started about dogs who have had enough of you walking them, thank you very much. And in turn, the cat memes are all about them wondering when we are going back to work and giving them their much needed personal space back. We get it. Dogs tend to be goofy and friendly while c...
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Across many parts of the United States, winter storms are a frequent and sometimes severe part of the seasonal weather cycle. These storms can range from several inches of snow and icy roads to powerful blizzards that drop feet of snow, bring dangerously low temperatures, and leave communities without power or heat for days.
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Caring for outdoor and feral cats during the winter months can make a world of difference in their lives. Many of these cats, whether lost, abandoned, or part of a feral cat colony, have learned to survive on their own. But when temperatures drop, even the most resourceful outdoor cats need extra help to stay safe and warm. Prov...
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With Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day approaching on August 28, we thought we'd touch on a subject that surely isn't one that any of us like to think about - pet euthanasia. Anyone who has ever owned a pet knows that they become not only part of our families but also part of our hearts, so losing a cat or dog can be absolutely dev...
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How much do we love thee, puppies? Oh, let us count the ways. Puppy breath, silky fur, endless kisses, oh my! The one thing that every puppy owner dreads, however, is accidents. And those of us in the veterinary community will tell you, the only certainties in life are death, taxes, and puppy accidents. It comes with the territo...
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Hearing that your dog or cat has a heart murmur can be concerning, especially if you are not sure what it means or what comes next. Many pet owners leave their veterinary visits without a clear understanding of what they were told, or a discussion about how serious their pet's condition is and whether they need additional care.
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Ear mites are a common cause of ear irritation in cats, especially in kittens and cats that have been in close contact with other animals. While the idea of tiny parasites living in the ear canal sounds unsettling, this is a frequently diagnosed but treatable problem when it is recognized early.
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According to the Pet Poison Helpline, Halloween week is their busiest. Calls jump by 12%, and hundreds of panicked pet parents call in looking for advice after their dog or cat got into something they shouldnât have. Cellophane wrappers, lollipop sticks, plastic spider rings, candy, and all the assorted trappings of Halloween ca...
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Rabies. The word conjures an image of an angry animal frothing at the mouth and running wild, ready to sink its teeth into anything that moves. While thatâs unpleasant to consider, whatâs worse is that such a bite is often fatal. World Rabies Day, observed every year on September 28, serves as an important reminder that preven...
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