Pet Health7y ago
The Hidden Risks of Aspiration Pneumonia in Dogs
You can help prevent this debilitating infection by following a few rules. Here's what you should know about aspiration pneumonia in dogs.
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Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVS
Veterinarian
221 articles
Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVS, is a veterinarian with nearly 30 years of experience in companion animal practice. Dr. Elliott earned her Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery from the University of Glasgow. She was also designated a Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons. Married with 2 grown-up kids, Dr. Elliott has a naughty Puggle named Poggle, 3 cats and a bearded dragon.
Pet Health7y ago
Your Dog Ate Rat Poison — What to Do?
If your dog ate rat poison, what to do is to call your veterinarian or a pet poison hotline right away. This is a life-threatening emergency. Here's why.
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Pet Health7y ago
Pasteurella in Rabbits: A Sad Case of Serious Snuffles
Pasteurella in rabbits is a bacterial infection affecting the sinuses. Read this article to find out more information about Pasteurella in rabbits.
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Pet Health7y ago
What Causes Crusty Noses and Dry, Cracked Paws in Dogs?
When a dog suffers from nasodigital hyperkeratosis, it's important to keep their noses and feet moisturized.
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Pet Health7y ago
Why Does My Cat Have a Crusty Chin? (It Could Be Feline Acne.)
When cats develop black lumps and bumps on their chins, chances are high that the culprit is feline acne.
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Pet Health7y ago
What It Means When Your Dog Has Bloody Stool
When your dog has bloody stool, bowel wall inflammation is commonly the culprit. But that condition in itself could have many possible causes.
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Pet Health7y ago
How Mastitis Affects Dogs (And Their Puppies)
Newborn puppies may not be able to feed from their mother if she develops this bacterial infection.
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Pet Health7y ago
Facial Paralysis in Dogs: What You Need to Know
Around 75% of cases of facial paralysis in dogs have no known cause. Here's what we know — and don't know.
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Pet Health8y ago
10 Most Common Cat Diseases and Health Problems: Essential Insights for Cat Owners
The minute you notice something's off about your cat, call your vet — you'll be glad you did.
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Pet Health8y ago
Von Willebrand Disease: What You Need to Know
This disease causes blood to have trouble clotting, making surgical procedures for our furry friends risky.
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Pet Health8y ago
Intent on Buying a Purebred Puppy? Here's How to Find a Healthy One.
A tool called the “coefficient of inbreeding,” or COI, can help you measure the risk that the puppy will have a genetic health problem.
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Pet Health8y ago
Joint Supplements for Dogs: Helpful or Hype?
Joint supplements may provide some benefits. But they take weeks to start working and don't relieve pain. Here's what you need to know.
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