Pet Health Articles
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Age is not a disease, but many changes occur as cats age that can result in diseases or disabilities. It's important to spend time with your cat to keep their stress low and monitor for changes. Regular veterinary examinations and discussions about your cat's behaviors at home will allow your veterinarian to provide recommendations on how to keep your senior cat healthy.
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Age is not a disease, but many changes occur as dogs age that can result in diseases or disabilities. It's important to spend time with your dog to keep their stress low and monitor for changes. Regular veterinary examinations and discussions about your dog's behaviors at home will allow your veterinarian to provide recommendations on how to keep your senior dog healthy.
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Osteoarthritis (OA) is a progressive, degenerative disease that worsens over time. This handout discusses ways you can help your dog deal with OA. In addition to medications that may be prescribed by your veterinarian, other treatment options are outlined, such as weight loss, exercise, and complementary therapies such as chiropractic and physiotherapy.
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Osteoarthritis (OA) is a progressive, degenerative disease that worsens over time. This handout discusses ways you can help your dog deal with OA. In addition to medications that may be prescribed by your veterinarian, other treatment options are outlined, such as weight loss, exercise, and complementary therapies such as chiropractic and physiotherapy.
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When a beloved family member dies, the survivors mourn the loss — including other pets. While dogs and cats may not fully grasp the significance of death, many pets exhibit behavioral patterns that suggest that they have been affected by the loss. This handout provides guidance on how to help your pet through their grief.
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Translated from the original English article Hematoma of the Ear in Cats -
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Hemophilia A and B are inherited clotting disorders that cause problems with blood clotting, and make it difficult to control bleeding. Dogs are often diagnosed based on signs of excessive bleeding. Hemophilia is genetic, so it is vital to screen potential breeding animals. Carriers do not exhibit symptoms, but they should not be used in breeding programs.
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Hepatic encephalopathy is a neurological condition in cats and dogs that is caused by an underlying liver condition. It can cause lethargy, seizures, problems with balance and coordination, and coma. This handout outlines common causes, signs, diagnosis, and treatment options.
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Hepatic lipidosis, also known as fatty liver syndrome, is unique to cats and is one of the most common liver diseases seen in cats. Usually a cat with hepatic lipidosis has recently gone through a period of anorexia (little or no eating) for 3 to 4 consecutive days. Diagnosis of hepatic lipidosis is made from blood tests that demonstrate poor liver function and/or from a liver biopsy or fine needle aspirate. Hepatic lipidosis is treatable with aggressive nutritional support until a normal appetite returns. Treating the underlying initial cause of the inappetence is also essential for full recovery.