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Salt Poisoning in Dogs and Cats
Eating too much common salt irritates the gut and over-excites the brain, causing restlessness, muscle tremor, thirst, little urine and dehydration; severe cases can be fatal. Fresh water and careful correction of electrolytes are the mainstay.
Obesity in Dogs and Cats
Obesity is an excess of body fat that develops when energy intake consistently exceeds expenditure. It is common in pets fed too much, exercised too little, or affected by endocrine disease, and it predisposes to heart disease, diabetes and a shorter life.
Iron Metabolism Disorders in Dogs and Cats
Iron metabolism disorders in dogs and cats include iron deficiency, microcytic hypochromic anemia with weakness and poor endurance, and iron overload from excess intake or poisoning, causing gut signs and acidosis. Deficiency is corrected with dietary iron and treatment of blood loss or parasites.
Copper Metabolism Disorders in Dogs and Cats
Copper metabolism disorders in dogs and cats include copper toxicity, acute shock or chronic liver disease with anemia and ascites, and copper deficiency, causing anemia, bone and joint disease, and faded coat color. They are managed by correcting dietary copper and treating liver disease.
Postpartum Eclampsia in Dogs and Cats
Postpartum eclampsia, or milk fever, is low blood calcium in nursing mothers that causes whole-body tetany, usually two to four weeks after birth in small or large-litter females. It is an emergency treated by correcting calcium and calming seizures; without care it can be fatal in one to two days.
Can Dogs Eat Eggs?
Studying egg safety for dogs, we find eggs very safe for most dogs. Dogs love the taste and soft texture and treat them as snacks. Eggs are rich in riboflavin, selenium, and protein. Some vets suggest cooked eggs for dogs with upset stomachs.
How to Choose Goat Milk Powder for Cats and Dogs
Pets are family. To support healthy growth and immunity, more owners feed goat milk powder for balanced nutrition.
How to Choose Cat Food
Every new owner has struggled with choosing cat food - worrying about ingredients, toxic food, harm to the cat. My advice: spend within your means.
How to Calculate Your Cat’s Daily Calorie Needs
In reviews I found many feeding guides on cat food do not perfectly fit a cat's energy needs; age, health, and activity differ, so guidance and reality diverge.
Cat Constipation: Symptoms and Solutions
Cat constipation troubles many owners; long-term constipation can disrupt internal functions and cause a range of health problems. Let us explain the symptoms and solutions in detail.