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Which Fruits Can You Feed Your Dog?
Apples, bananas, blueberries and watermelon are dog-safe in moderation; grapes, cherries and avocado are risky. Always remove pits, seeds and rinds.
What Fruits Do Dogs Like to Eat
Fruits are nutritious for people and also for dogs, but not all fruits are safe. This article lists fruits that are good for dogs and the key precautions to keep in mind when feeding them.
What Are the Symptoms of Rabies
Rabies, also known as hydrophobia or "mad dog disease," is an acute contagious zoonotic disease caused by the rabies virus, mainly showing excitement and paralysis. This article explains what the symptoms of rabies look like.
What Factors Affect Cat Hepatitis
The exact cause of cat hepatitis is debated, but the risk factors are clear: obesity, poor diet, wrong medication, poisoning, and low water intake. Small issues, sustained, become big problems. Here is the breakdown.
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.
Feline Primary Hepatic Jaundice
Feline primary hepatic jaundice is directly caused by too much bilirubin in the blood, which happens when the liver's metabolism or excretion goes wrong. Many things can disrupt liver metabolism - here is the breakdown.
Causes and Symptoms of Acute Hepatitis in Cats
Acute hepatitis in cats shows as vomiting, fever, poor appetite, weight loss, and yellowed skin (jaundice). Causes range from viruses and bacteria to heart failure, toxins, and drug allergies. Here is a detailed look.
Understanding Cat Chronic Hepatitis
Many owners panic when a cat is diagnosed with chronic hepatitis, fearing they will lose their pet. In fact it is not a death sentence and can be cured - the earlier treatment starts, the faster the recovery. Here is what chronic hepatitis really means.
Care Notes for Treating Cat Hepatitis
Cat hepatitis is not a death sentence - it can be treated, and earlier treatment means faster recovery. Do not give up on your cat. These care notes will help your cat recover sooner.
Causes and Types of Cat Anemia
Cat anemia arises from poor nutrition, parasites, leukemia or kidney disease, blood loss, bone marrow defects, and poisons such as onions or rodenticide, and is classified as regenerative (blood loss or hemolysis) or non-regenerative (marrow or systemic disease). A vet must identify the type and cause quickly because most underlying diseases have serious complications.