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Spring Cat Care: What Owners Should Know
Spring is peak mating season for cats and a time they easily catch hairballs and colds. Here is what to watch for in spring cat care.
Benefits of Giving Dogs Bones
Dogs naturally love to chew bones, and many owners feed them bones regularly. Chewing bones has real benefits, but it also hides dangers. This article covers the pros and cons of bones and how to offer them safely.
How to Treat Cat Roundworms (and Which Medicine)
Roundworms are a common internal parasite in cats, causing cough, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. Treat promptly with dewormer. Here is how, and which medicine to use.
Pet Pancreatitis: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Cats and dogs with pancreatitis often show lethargy, poor appetite, fever, vomiting and diarrhea. The pain is severe and complications vary, needing tailored treatment. Here are the symptoms and how to treat and prevent it.
How to Diagnose and Treat Pet Pancreatitis
Diagnosing pet pancreatitis needs pancreatic-enzyme tests, upper-abdomen CT, and a complete blood count. The earlier it is diagnosed, the easier to treat. Acute and chronic pancreatitis differ in treatment. Here is how to diagnose and treat pet pancreatitis.
What Causes Dog Pancreatitis
Many factors can inflame a dog's pancreas — overeating, irregular meals, greasy or too-cold food, and more. Pancreatic ischemia, injury, cholangitis, bowel disease, certain drugs, and other triggers can also cause it. Here is a detailed analysis.
Can Cats Eat Peaches? Which Fruits and Vegetables Are Safe
Cats are obligate carnivores, but small amounts of certain fruits and vegetables can supplement vitamins. Peaches are safe in moderation if the toxic pit is removed, while grapes, mango, and avocado are toxic — keep cats on a meat-based diet and use a pet multivitamin if unsure.
The Relationship Between Cat Asthma and Bronchitis
Cat asthma is also called feline bronchitis, with airway obstruction as its main feature. It can strike cats of any age, most often young and middle-aged. Learn the symptoms, causes, and how it is diagnosed.
Foods Rabbits Must Avoid
Rabbits are born vegetarians and like to eat grass. Everything else must be fed with caution. For young rabbits, even fruits and vegetables cannot be fed. Only adult rabbits can eat them appropriately. So what things can rabbits not eat? What is a reasonable diet for rabbits? Below we answer your doubts.
What to Do When Dogs and Cats Have Diarrhea? Keep These Fast Antidiarrheals on Hand
The medical term for diarrhea is diarrhea, which usually refers to changes in bowel habits and stool characteristics, generally manifested as frequent defecation, increased stool volume, loose stools, and bloody stool. Most diarrhea in dogs and cats is caused by gastrointestinal discomfort, but it may also be a concurrent symptom of other diseases. Today we discuss knowledge about diarrhea in dogs and cats.