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4 Reasons Not to Ignore a Pet's Broken Toenail
By Dr. Ann Hohenhaus DVM, DACVIM (SAIM, Oncology), November 15, 2016Finding a broken toenail on your pet’s foot can easily be attributed to vigorous backyard digging or an exuberant session on the scratching post, but a broken nail may sometimes signal something… Full Article ›
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9 Common Health Conditions in Senior Cats
May 18, 2016As with people, certain diseases become more likely as cats age. Kidney and heart disease, cancer and diabetes are among the ones that are of greatest concern. Here are a few of the conditions your… Full Article ›
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5 Must-Know Facts About Skin Cancer and Pets
By Dr. Ann Hohenhaus DVM, DACVIM (SAIM, Oncology), June 26, 2015As a veterinary oncologist, I meet many vigilant pet owners who want to know how they can keep their pets healthy and identify cancer early. Based on my professional experience, I've compiled… Full Article ›
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What You Need to Know About Pet Sun Protection This Summer
By Dr. Ann Hohenhaus DVM, DACVIM (SAIM, Oncology), June 19, 2015The fun-in-the-sun summer months have officially arrived, which can only mean one thing: It's time to start thinking about sun protection for your pets. That's right — furry family members can… Full Article ›
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Oral Warts: What You Should Know About This Dog Park Health Risk
By Dr. Mary Fuller DVM, June 19, 2015Most dogs return from the dog park with their tongues wagging. But, some come home with something else: an oral papilloma infection. Within a few weeks, owners are distraught to find whitish,… Full Article ›
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5 Kinds of Dogs Who Are Most at Risk for Sun Damage
By Shayna Meliker, June 9, 2015Planning some fun in the sun with your dog this summer? Here at Vetstreet, we're all about having safe fun. That's why we put together this gallery to help you know if your dog falls into a category… Full Article ›
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Unmasking Melanoma in Pets
By Dr. Ann Hohenhaus DVM, DACVIM (SAIM, Oncology), May 19, 2014With the summer season upon us, the Centers for Disease Control has started to issue warnings about sun safety to help protect Americans against sun-induced tumors such as melanoma. Since pets don’t… Full Article ›
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Flea Allergy Dermatitis in Cats and Dogs
April 22, 2014Here’s something you probably didn’t know: There are more than 2,000 species of fleas. But the cat flea (Ctenocephalides felis) is the one most often responsible for the misery of… Full Article ›
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Sebaceous Adenitis in Dogs
April 2, 2014Sebaceous adenitis is a hereditary disease that causes the sebaceous glands in a dog’s skin to become inflamed and die. Fortunately, in most cases it’s a largely cosmetic skin… Full Article ›
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Seborrhea in Cats and Dogs
April 2, 2014Seborrhea is a general term used to describe skin and hair that is excessively flaky or greasy. While primary seborrhea is a rare inherited disease, most cases of seborrhea occur secondary to… Full Article ›
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Perianal Fistula in Dogs
March 24, 2014A perianal fistula is a painful opening in the skin around the anus of a dog. The condition affects German Shepherds most commonly, although other breeds can develop the problem. There are several… Full Article ›
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Atopy - An Allergic Skin Reaction
March 7, 2014You want your pet to look good and feel good. But if he’s suffering from atopy — an allergic skin reaction – neither is the case. The itching can make your dog or cat miserable, and redness,… Full Article ›