When a cat stops eating, even for a few days, it may be an indicator of a serious illness, one that’s hard to diagnose, with an unpredictable outcome.
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High-pitched Sounds, Older Cats and Reflex Seizures: What Does One Study Tell Us?
An online questionnaire has shed partial light on seizures in cats triggered by specific sounds but the study prompts more questions than answers.
Pets With Out-of-Date Rabies Vaccination May Not Need Long Quarantine
Rabies is on the rise among dogs, and declining among other groups – a study offers new hope for pets exposed to rabies who are overdue for a booster shot.
Vitamin E: Another Tool to Help Treat Canine Atopic Dermatitis
Oral Vitamin E shows promise in reducing symptoms of CAD (Canine Atopic Dermatitis) – one of the most common skin conditions in dogs.
Using Tea Tree Oil on Your Pets? Handle With Care
Tea tree oil may offer health benefits for some disorders, but the oil poses a significant risk to pets, particularly to young or slender cats.
Keeping Your Pet Safe and Healthy Around The Holidays
Keeping dogs and cats healthy during the holidays can be challenging, but you can follow a few simple guidelines to help your pets enjoy the season without getting sick.
Microcystin Algal Blooms a Danger to Dogs But New Treatment Shows Promise
If your dog drinks water with algae on it, he may be in danger. Ingesting microcystin algal blooms can be fatal, but a Montana Vet may have found a solution.
What Do We Know About Whale/Dolphin Mass Strandings and Naval Exercises?
The U.S. Navy expects a certain number of whale and dolphin deaths and injuries during Naval Exercises. What is the impact of sonar on marine mammals?
Cat Owner Education is Important in Reducing Unwanted Litters
Spay and neuter your kitten earlier, rather than later, if you don’t want your new furbaby to contribute to the cat overpopulation problem.
Dog Circovirus: How Concerned Should Dog Owners Be?
Dog circovirus – a virus found in many dogs who died last fall – is a newly-discovered illness similar to pig and bird circovirus. Is your pet in danger?