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Why Does a Dog Keep Coughing?
Frequent coughing in dogs deserves attention. Causes range from respiratory and lung infections to viral infections — the more serious ones need prompt treatment. Understand what makes a dog cough so you can act in time.
Why Does a Poodle Keep Coughing? What Could It Mean?
A Poodle may cough from simple irritants like smoke, dust, or cold air, but a cough with other symptoms can signal a serious illness. Learn the common causes of Poodle coughing and how to care for your dog at home — or when to see the vet.
Hairball Paste or Cat Grass: What Is Better for a Cat’s Hairballs?
Hairball paste generally works better than cat grass, because cat grass triggers vomiting while paste gently moves hairballs through the gut with the stool. Feed paste 2-3 times a week for light groomers, or every 1-2 days for heavy groomers, and watch for soft stools from overuse.
What to Do When Your Cat’s Nose Is Stuffy
A cat's stuffy nose can have many causes, such as a cold causing nasal congestion, or more seriously feline rhinotracheitis. A blocked nose is very uncomfortable, but without finding the cause promptly, treatment can't begin, so today we detail some situations of cat nasal blockage.
Recovery Signs of Canine Parvovirus
Canine parvovirus is a highly contagious disease that can infect dogs of any age; without timely treatment it can be fatal. Today we discuss the signs of improvement after treatment.
Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease (Rabbit Plague): What to Do
Rabbit hemorrhagic disease, also called 'rabbit plague', is a highly fatal disease that can wipe out many rabbits at once. Learn how to recognize it, prevent it, and what treatment options exist.
What You Should Know About Dog Vaccines
Most owners know dogs need vaccines, but details are fuzzy. This article covers what to know.
Don’t Assume Your Dog’s Mouth Ulcer Is Just ‘Heat’—Other Causes
When we get canker sores from heat or biting our tongue, dogs do too. But don't assume a dog's mouth ulcer is from heat. Let's learn the other causes with us.
Toxic Plants for Cats and Dogs (Part 3)
Many people only realize after getting a cat or dog how many common plants are poisonous - and that eating them can be fatal. This article lists more plant species that are toxic to cats and dogs.
Toxic Plants for Cats and Dogs (Part 1)
Cats and dogs love to chew on household plants, but some are harmful and can cause poisoning if eaten. This article introduces which plants are toxic to cats and dogs.