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5 Ways to Freshen Up Your Pet's Dental Health
By Laura Cross, February 7, 2017Are your pet’s pearly whites more yellow-brown in color? Does his breath make you plug your nose? We wouldn’t be surprised if many of you answered yes and yes. By the time they're 3 years old, most… Full Article ›
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Video: Are You Brushing Your Dog's Teeth the Right Way?
By Dr. Beth Thompson VMD, January 26, 2017By the time your dog is 3 years old, there’s a good chance he’ll have some degree of dental disease. If left untreated, the bacteria that build up in your dog’s mouth can spread into his… Full Article ›
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How Vets Determine a Puppy or Kitten's Age
By Amy Sinatra Ayres, September 14, 2016When a firefighter rescues a kitten from a storm drain or a Good Samaritan finds a stray puppy on the street, the animals are often seen by a veterinarian, who makes sure they’re OK — and estimates… Full Article ›
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7 Common Health Problems in Senior Cats
By Dr. Marty Becker DVM, August 18, 2016One of the blessings of cats is that age seems to creep up on them gently — so much so that it may be difficult for us to notice that they really are getting older and have developed some of… Full Article ›
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At-Home Guide to Brushing Your Pet's Teeth
May 24, 2016If you are not paying attention to your pet’s teeth every day, you are neglecting one of the most critical contributors to her overall well-being: home dental care. Want to help extend that… 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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9 Common Health Problems Senior Dogs Face
By Dr. Marty Becker DVM, March 15, 2016A dog’s golden years are a time to cherish, but they can also bring some new challenges with them. Our senior sweethearts often face a number of common health problems related to their advancing age,… Full Article ›
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5 Pet Dental Health Myths Debunked
By Dr. Marty Becker DVM, February 8, 2016You see your dog or cat’s teeth every day, but how much do you really know about them? A pet’s fangs are the gateway to the digestive system, and they are an important part of his ability to lead a… Full Article ›
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Are You Brushing Your Dog's Teeth Wrong?
By Laura Cross, February 2, 2016In honor of Dental Health Month, we’re spotlighting the at-home dental care task that many pet owners (and even some vets) are guilty of rarely — or barely — doing: brushing their dog’s teeth.… Full Article ›
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Dog and Cat Dental Care: Simple Steps for Healthy Teeth
January 28, 2016By 3 years of age, 85 percent of pet dogs and cats have some degree of dental disease. Small-breed dogs and pets with flat faces, such as Pugs and Persian cats, are more prone to dental problems… Full Article ›
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Kitten Care 101: Tips for Eyes, Ears and Teeth
October 15, 2015Your new kitten's socialization begins as soon as you bring him home. Along with acclimating your kitten to having his hair brushed — and being bathed — you need to get him used to having his… Full Article ›
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9 Common Health Problems Senior Cats Face
By Dr. Marty Becker DVM , August 31, 2015Doesn’t it seem just like just yesterday that your cat was a crazy kinetic kitten? One of the blessings of cats is that age seems to creep up on them gently — so much so that it may be difficult… Full Article ›