Ear infection, or “otitis,” is one of the top three reasons dogs see a veterinarian. A variety of things can cause ear infections in dogs, but environmental and food allergies are the two most common underlying reasons. Other causes include ear conformation, such as a...
In the movies, Garfield the cat, the overly plump feline who’s always in search of food and adventure, is great for a laugh. In the real world, however, obesity in cats leads to unhealthiness, illness, and even death. Diabetes, arthritis, urinary obstruction, skin...
By Bubba the CatPublic Relations Officer We’ve had a run of “blocked” cats recently, so I wanted to tell you more about it so you can save my kitty colleagues—and your wallet—a great deal of pain. Urinary blockages occur almost exclusively male cats when a plug of...
Sixty-three percent of Americans have a feline friend, canine companion, or other type of pet, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association. When disaster strikes, pets are often lost or have no place to stay if owners must move to a shelter or a temporary...
Like us, cats drink water because they’re thirsty. One of the most important things to consider when caring for your kitty is her water consumption. Depending on the breed, the amount of water a cat needs can vary greatly. On average, cats drink between 10-30 ml per...
“Hey Doc, when can I run with my puppy?” Veterinarians get this question a lot. The answer: It depends. While vets are huge fans of regular exercise for dogs’ emotional and physical health, we recommend holding off running with a dog until its musculoskeletal system...
