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Easing the Ache: Understanding Arthritis in Cats

Easing the Ache: Understanding Arthritis in Cats

Cats

Do you notice your silver-snouted feline isn’t feeling as adventurous as they once were? Does it seem a little harder for them to jump to their favorite sun spot, or maybe chasing the laser isn’t as fun as it used to be? There is a possibility your feline friend is struggling with arthritis, a condition often associated with dog...

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A Veterinarian’s Guide To Cushing Disease In Dogs

A Veterinarian’s Guide To Cushing Disease In Dogs

Dogs

Cushing's disease, also known as hyperadrenocorticism, is a condition that has both puzzled and concerned dog owners for years. It's a disorder characterized by the overproduction of cortisol by the adrenal glands. This hormone, cortisol, plays a critical role in managing stress, weight, infection, and blood sugar levels. It hel...

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Are By-Products in Pet Food Really That Bad?

Are By-Products in Pet Food Really That Bad?

In the world of commercial pet foods, marketing has become much more prominent as new brands emerge. From flashy Super Bowl ads to catchy slogans, the competition is fierce, and everyone is getting in on the ads, touting why a particular brand is better than others.

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Chip Your Pet Month: Answers to Common Microchipping Questions

Chip Your Pet Month: Answers to Common Microchipping Questions

May is Chip Your Pet Month, a time to spread awareness about the importance of microchipping your furry (or feathered or scaled!) friend. And to celebrate this month-long event, we’d like to share the answers to some of the most common questions we hear about this potentially life-saving procedure. A microchip is a tiny rice-siz...

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All About Lyme Disease

All About Lyme Disease

Dogs

Lyme disease is a bacterial infection that affects both humans and dogs. It’s prevalent in many areas of the United States, particularly in the Northeast, Midwest, and Pacific Coast. With summer approaching and our furry companions spending more time outdoors, understanding Lyme disease and how to protect your dog becomes even m...

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