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What to Do If Your Dog Eats Rat Poison

What to Do If Your Dog Eats Rat Poison

Depending on the amount, type, and timing of rodenticide ingestion, some pets can be treated on an outpatient basis while others require hospitalization. Treatment for rodenticide poisoning may include one or more of the following approaches:

Pet Health 📅 January 8, 2021
What to Do for Feline Liver Failure

What to Do for Feline Liver Failure

The veterinarian will perform various tests to diagnose liver failure and rule out other diseases that may cause similar symptoms. Obtaining a complete history, describing clinical signs, and a thorough physical examination are all important methods for reaching a diagnosis. In addition, a liver biopsy is necessary in some cases to obtain a definitive diagnosis. Your veterinarian may recommend the following tests to rule out other diseases and confirm the diagnosis of liver failure.

Pet Health 📅 January 8, 2021
How to Care for a Senior Dog

How to Care for a Senior Dog

Senior dogs need grooming help, proactive pain management for arthritis, vet-prescribed NSAIDs or other pain meds, and quality supplements (look for the NASC seal). Vet visits every 6 months after age 10 catch problems early. You and your vet are a team for a pain-free life.

Pet Health 📅 January 8, 2021
Degenerative Joint Disease (Arthritis) in Dogs: Diagnosis and Treatment

Degenerative Joint Disease (Arthritis) in Dogs: Diagnosis and Treatment

Degenerative joint disease wears away the smooth cartilage that lets joints move without pain. It can last a dog's lifetime, so early recognition, accurate diagnosis, and weight and medication management matter most.

Pet Health 📅 January 7, 2021
How Abnormal Bleeding in Cats Is Diagnosed and Treated

How Abnormal Bleeding in Cats Is Diagnosed and Treated

Abnormal bleeding can come from many conditions involving platelets, clotting factors, or blood vessels, and it should never be ignored. Diagnosis relies on blood tests, imaging, and clotting assays, while treatment focuses on stopping the trigger and stabilizing the cat.

Pet Health 📅 January 4, 2021