Pet Health Articles
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Pigs are omnivores, meaning they eat both vegetable and animal protein. They eat multiple small meals throughout the day, and their base diet should consist of a commercially available, nutritionally balanced pelleted chow formulated for mini-pigs. This handout discusses common questions about feeding mini-pigs.
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Just as courageous, fiery, hard-headed and hilarious as his larger brother, the Miniature Bull Terrier combines all the pow of the Bull Terrier in a more compact and portable package. Even so, this is no lap dog. He would rather sit beside you or better yet, forge ahead towards the next great adventure. Of course, he wants you to come along, too.
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Miniature Pinschers are small toy dogs known for a bold personality, high energy, and confident attitude. This breed was originally developed for vermin control. Despite their small size, these dogs are bold, independent, and highly active.
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Miniature Schnauzers are small, sturdy dogs known for intelligence, alertness, and a distinctive bearded appearance. This adaptable breed was originally developed as a farm dog and ratter. These dogs are alert, social, and enjoy staying involved in daily activities. They form strong bonds with their families but may become vocal or stubborn without structure.
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Minocycline (brand names Minocin®, Solodyn®, Arestin®) is a tetracycline-based antibiotic. It is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections in cats and dogs. It is frequently used as part of the heartworm adulticide treatment protocol and for certain tick-borne infections, such as Lyme disease.
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Mirtazapine (brand name: Remeron®, Mirataz®) is an antidepressant often used to treat weight loss and anorexia (loss of appetite), mainly in cats. It also has antiemetic (anti-vomiting) and anti-nausea effects and has been used to treat side effects of chemotherapy. Rarely, it may be used to treat behavioral problems.
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Miscarriage (spontaneous abortion) refers to the death of a fetus during pregnancy. It can occur at any time during pregnancy, though the signs vary depending on the stage at which it occurs. This handout discusses signs, diagnosis, and treatment.
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Miscarriage (spontaneous abortion) refers to the death of a fetus during pregnancy. It can occur at any time during pregnancy, though the signs vary depending on the stage at which it occurs. This handout discusses signs, diagnosis, and treatment.
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Misoprostol (brand names Cytotec®, Arthrotec®) is a prostaglandin E1 analog drug. It is used off label (extra label) to treat or prevent stomach ulcers due to NSAID use in cats, dogs, and horses. It can also be used in combination with other medications to treat uterine infections, protect the kidneys, treat skin allergies, or to terminate pregnancy.
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Mites and lice can cause trouble for guinea pigs. Some mites may cause no clinical signs, while others can cause extreme signs, including itchiness, crusty skin, hair loss, and secondary bacterial skin infection. This article summarizes diagnosis and treatment.