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Interdigital Cysts in Dogs and Cats: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Interdigital cysts (interdigital furunculosis) are a chronic inflammatory skin condition of the paws, not true cysts, starting as small papules between the toes that enlarge, suppurate, and form nodules causing pain, lameness, and licking. Antibacterial care controls it; stubborn cases need surgical removal of the web.
Selenium Metabolism Disorders in Dogs and Cats: Deficiency (White Muscle Disease) and Toxicity
Selenium is an essential trace mineral that supports antioxidant defence and immune function in dogs and cats. Both too little and too much are harmful: deficiency causes nutritional myodegeneration (white muscle disease) affecting skeletal and heart muscle, while excess produces acute and chronic poisoning.
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.
Can Dogs Eat Popcorn?
Popcorn is a grain, a type of corn. When heated, the kernel expands and pops. This article explains that plain, air-popped popcorn can be a low-calorie snack for dogs in small amounts, but buttered or seasoned popcorn risks pancreatitis and choking.
Can Cats and Dogs Eat Turkey?
Plain cooked turkey meat is safe for cats and dogs in small amounts, but bones, skin, fat, seasoning, and raw meat are risky. Serve boneless, skinless, unseasoned white meat, fully cooked, and only as an occasional treat.
The Benefits and Risks of Pumpkin for Cats and Dogs
Although cats and dogs are meat eaters, a sensible amount of plain pumpkin supports digestion, urinary health, weight control, and hairball passage. Served correctly, it's a safe, natural addition to many pets' diets.
Can Dogs Eat Kiwi?
Yes, dogs can eat kiwi in moderation. The fruit is packed with vitamins A, C, and E, folate, minerals, and fiber that aid digestion and ease constipation. Keep portions small, peel the skin, and skip it entirely if your dog has shown any sign of allergy.
What Are Feline Coccidia, Tritrichomonas, and Giardia?
Coccidia, tritrichomonas, and giardia usually cause gastrointestinal symptoms in cats, like diarrhea and blood in stool. Here's an introduction.
What Does Nutritional Paste Actually Do for Pets?
Spring is here and flu season arrives. Both you and your furry friend catch colds more easily. Whether fighting a coronavirus or the flu, boosting resistance is key. For couch-potato pets, adding nutrition through diet is wiser and more efficient than making them exercise.