It may be a sign of oral cancer.
Author: Dr. Debora Lichtenberg, VMD
Dr. Debora Lichtenberg, VMD, is a small animal and exotics veterinarian who has been practicing medicine for over 30 years. A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Lichtenberg also trained at the Philadelphia Zoo. She now practices in the New York City area and lives in the West Village with her husband and her rescued pets, Cocoa and OG. Dr. Lichtenberg has been writing for Petful for many years, and she has been recognized with Certificates of Excellence from both the Dog Writers Association of America and the Cat Writers’ Association.
5 (Other) Ways to Give Your Dog a Pill
She knows you when you’re stressed, so don’t act like giving your dog a pill is a big deal.
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Trimming a polydactyl cat’s nails can help prevent serious injury.
Why Are Veterinarians Still Declawing Cats?
Let’s hope this procedure becomes more and more rare in the future.
Hospice for Pets: An Alternative to Euthanasia
A team of people can help you make your pet more comfortable at the end of her life.
Don’t Take Classroom Pets Home — Unless You’re Prepared
Know what to expect before bringing one of these animals into your home over summer vacation.
Why Give the Vet Your Pet’s Medical History? Because It Helps — A Lot.
Got records or a video of your pet’s symptoms? Share them with your veterinarian. It can save time, money and get your pet on the road to recovery faster.
Take It From a Vet: Don’t Buy a Purebred Cat
At the clinic, people have a lot of excuses when they say they “need” a purebred.
“Natural” Drugs Can Have Deadly Consequences for Your Pet
Keep your pets and other family members safe by locking up your “natural” over-the-counter supplements along with your prescription drugs.
10 Springtime Dangers for Pets
Spring brings visions of sunshine and flowers, but watch out for these potential dangers to your pet.
