You likely think of veterinarians as those who take care of your dogs and cats. Indeed, this is a big part of most vets' jobs. However, veterinarians also take care of large animals, such as livestock like horses and cows. They even care for zoo animals, like giraffes and elephants. Of course, vets have different specialties — some prefer to work on large animals, and others prefer to work on smaller species. In either case, they have to possess quite a wealth of knowledge in order to diagnose and treat animals. We share just a small fraction of that knowledge here.
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29 June 2020
If you are a cat owner you may assume that your cat is going to be as healthy every day as the day you brought them home. After all, cats are incredibly self-sufficient and can take care of themselves in a lot of ways. However, there are times where cats need pet services from a veterinarian to stay healthy. It is important to know some of the times that you should take your cat to the vet.
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29 June 2020
One of the things you never want to have happen to your precious feline companion is for them to develop a serious health condition. However, there are several such conditions that can affect cats. One of those is lymphosarcoma (also known as lymphoma). As a cat owner, it is important to know as much as you can about lymphosarcoma in cats, including the signs of this form of cancer and what can be done about it.
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2 June 2020
It is a scary experience to witness your dog have a seizure. Usually, they suffer convulsions and are unable to respond to you; know that these episodes are not painful for your pet, though it may cause you plenty of distress. During a seizure, there are some things that you can do to prevent further injury and make your pet more comfortable.
Some tips for dealing with your pet's scary seizure include:
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5 May 2020
Cats can be quite secretive when they don't feel well, often hiding their discomfort or pain from their owners. The litterbox can provide a good indicator as to when your cat is sick. Diarrhea, in particular, can indicate a health problem that needs to be addressed immediately.
Possible Causes
There are several things that can cause your cat to develop diarrhea, and many of them are nothing major to be concerned about.
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