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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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Puppy Care 101: Tips for Eyes, Ears and Teeth
June 14, 2016Along with acclimating your puppy to having his coat brushed and bathed, you need to accustom him to having his ears, eyes and teeth checked and cared for. Not only is this important for future… Full Article ›
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Contact Lenses for Dogs? 5 Eye Procedures That May Help Make Your Dog’s Life Better
By Dr. Mary Fuller DVM, April 28, 2016Dogs may not be able to read eye charts (yet). But there are times when dogs may need a visit to a veterinary ophthalmologist for expert care. Check out some of the ways these board-certified… 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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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 ›
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From Parasites to Infections, Here Are Kitten Health Problems to Watch Out For
June 30, 2015A kitten's life can be fraught with dangers, including birth defects, infectious diseases and parasites. Not every illness is preventable, but the best way to protect your kitten is to take her to… Full Article ›
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How to Care For a Dog's Eyes, Ears and Teeth
June 22, 2015Grooming involves more than just keeping your dog's hair looking good. After all, you wouldn't consider a person well-groomed if they never brushed their teeth or cleaned their eyes — even if they… 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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7 Most Overlooked Aches and Pains in Dogs
By Dr. Patty Khuly VMD, January 13, 2015Headaches? Throat ache? Bellyache? Ever wondered if your dog’s got one? I do all the time. After all, It’s hard to tell just how much our dogs suffer these simple maladies. Though they’re common… Full Article ›
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Are Cosmetic Prosthetics for Pets a Good Thing?
By Dr. Patty Khuly VMD, January 6, 2015I know it sounds gross, but removing injured, diseased or unwanted anatomical parts is something we small animal veterinarians are good at. After all, we extract ovaries, uteruses,… Full Article ›
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Cloudy Eyes in Senior Cats: What to Watch For
By Dr. Marty Becker DVM , September 24, 2014Achy joints, hearing loss, deteriorating vision: Getting older is tough on all of us, including our cats. One of the things you may notice as your cat ages is that his brilliant eyes become cloudy… Full Article ›