Digestive Care (94)
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Dogs Eat the Darnedest Things: All About Intestinal Obstructions
By Dr. Marty Becker DVM, February 13, 2017If there’s one thing I know about dogs, it’s that they are equal-opportunity eaters. Whether it’s dinner or dish towels, rocks or rawhides, there’s likely a dog out there who will down it. We’ve… Full Article ›
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Is It Safe to Give My Dog a Rawhide?
By Dr. Marty Becker DVM, January 30, 2017Chewing — it’s what dogs do. And rawhides are classic chew toys for dogs. Made from the inner layer of cowhides that are cleaned, cut, shaped, sometimes flavored and then dried, rawhides can… Full Article ›
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Endoscopy: What It Is, Why Some Pets Need It
By Dr. Jenna Ashton DVM, MS, DACVIM, December 6, 2016Sometimes, your pet can have a condition that’s difficult to diagnose without actually examining an internal organ or obtaining a biopsy, or tissue sample. While this is often accomplished with… Full Article ›
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Why Does My Cat... Eat Grass or Houseplants?
By Dr. Wailani Sung MS, PhD, DVM, DACVB, September 22, 2016As many cat owners know, our feline friends often seem to love to eat grass and many household plants. While no one knows for sure why cats engage in this behavior, there are many theories as to… Full Article ›
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Summer Safety: Protect Your Dog From These Common Water Hazards
By Dr. Marty Becker DVM, June 27, 2016Many dogs seem to love water the way I love a good peanut butter and jelly sandwich. During warmer months, I see them swimming in pools, splashing in lakes, hanging 20 on surfboards, and they… Full Article ›
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Video: 5 Ways You're Feeding Your Dog Wrong
By Vetstreet Staff, May 12, 2016Feeding a dog is easy, right? Step one: Human dumps food into bowl. Step two: Dog eats food out of bowl. Well, not so fast! You may be surprised by how much thought and care should actually go into… Full Article ›
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Am I a Bad Cat Owner If I Don't Have Fresh Water for My Cat All the Time?
By Dr. Marty Becker DVM, May 9, 2016Q: Am I a bad cat owner if my pet doesn’t have fresh water all the time? A: Lots of things fall into the category of being a "bad" cat owner, such as letting an animal’s coat… Full Article ›
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Should I Worry About Bloat in My Dog?
By Dr. Jenna Ashton DVM, MS, DACVIM, March 30, 2016Bloat is a serious condition that can rapidly progress to a life-threatening gastric dilatation and volvulus (GDV), a medical emergency that requires immediate veterinary care. Bloat, or gastric… Full Article ›
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Got a Dog With Diarrhea? Or a Vomiting Cat? Here's How to Manage the Mess
By Dr. Marty Becker DVM, March 23, 2016For a pet owner, there’s not much worse than having to care for an animal who’s vomiting or has diarrhea. It’s even worse when it occurs in the middle of the night, and you’re awakened by the… Full Article ›
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Will My Dog Get Sick If He Eats Bugs?
By Dr. Marty Becker DVM, February 22, 2016Does your dog hunt bugs? You’d think he’d go for bigger prey, but plenty of dogs, small and large alike, enjoy snacking on a nice, crunchy june bug or other insect. Whether you have a… Full Article ›
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Could My Dog or Cat Have Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)?
By Dr. Jenna Ashton DVM, MS, DACVIM, February 16, 2016Does your cat vomit every week? Can’t remember the last time your dog had a firm stool? Does your pet seem to be losing weight for no apparent reason? Though these signs could indicate any number of… Full Article ›
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The Pros and Cons of Pet Probiotics
By Dr. Jenna Ashton DVM, MS, DACVIM , November 24, 2015Everywhere you turn, it seems, celebrities are hawking the health benefits of probiotics. But is it just hype, or do probiotics really work? And if they’re good for you, could they help your… Full Article ›