Pet Health Articles
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Cats are very good at hiding signs of pain, so cat owners need to be very observant to recognize behavior changes that indicate their cat needs help. Some of the most common behavior changes are associated with grooming and litter box habits. This handout describes these and other changes to watch for, as well as advice on how to support your aging cat.
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Pain can be difficult to detect in older dogs. It is important for you to recognize subtle signs of pain in your dog as they age. This handout outlines some key behavioral changes that may indicate pain, and the importance of a veterinary pain management plan.
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Many indoor cats need their nails trimmed regularly. It may take several weeks to build up to being able to perform a full nail trim, and that is normal. The goal is to make nail trims as positive and stress-free as possible for your cat. This article gives advice on how to safely trim your cat’s nails at home.
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Most dogs need to have their nails trimmed approximately once a month. Dogs that are frequently walked on pavement or concrete may be able to go longer between nail trims. Dogs that are inactive or do not spend any time on hard surfaces may even need nail trims a bit more frequently. This article gives advice on how to safely trim your dog’s nails at home.
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Communication is essential in any relationship. Dogs and humans use vocalizations and body language to communicate. With training, humans can learn to accurately translate the utterances and postures of their dogs and dogs can learn to recognize human speech and gestures.
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This handout outlines the recommended steps to train and condition your dog for hunting. It discusses the two main types of hunting dogs (hounds and gun dogs), and provides recommendations on what to ask your veterinarian before taking your dog hunting.
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Hyaluronan topical (Optixcare wipes®) are used to remove sticky mucus, eye secretions, and crusty debris from around the eyes of dogs, cats, and other small pets. They contain chamomile and hyaluron, which are gentle cleaning supplements. They are used to manage tear staining around the eyes in pets prone to this condition.
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Hyaluronate injectable (brand names Hyalovet, Legend, others) is an injectable mucopolysaccharide used to treat synovitis (inflammation of the joint lining) in horses and dogs. It is used in cases of non-infectious synovitis and where joint disease is not severe.
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Hyaluronate sodium ophthalmic (Remend, I-drop, Oculenis) is a lubricating topical eye drop. It is used in dogs and cats to help lubricate and moisturize the eye and to minimize dryness and irritation. It is often used to support pets with decreased tear production, such as pets with keratoconjunctivitis sicca (dry eye). It can be used to accelerate healing for pets with eye injuries.
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Hyaluronate sodium topical (brand names Hycoat®, Transcend®, others) is a topical liquid solution used in the management of wounds, ulcers, burns, and autograph procedures in cats, dogs, and horses. It provides moisture and a protective barrier to aid in wound healing.