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The Best Way to Treat Fleas

By Dr. Debora Lichtenberg, VMDJun 7, 2022June 20, 2022

No matter how advanced or safe flea products become, people still let the problem get out of hand. Here’s my examination into the best way to treat fleas.

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How to Create a Pet-Safe Garden

By Petful Veterinary TeamApr 4, 2022December 18, 2022

If you have a pet who likes to romp around your garden, don’t plant anything that might be toxic to them, such as azaleas and Jimson weed.

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How to Switch Your Dog’s Food Gradually, Without Tummy Upsets

By Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVSApr 2, 2022April 4, 2022

Follow this expert guide to transition your dog to a new food over the course of at least 1 week. Here’s what you need to know.

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Relax, Your Cat Is Probably Not Sleeping “Too Much” (Here’s Why)

By Dr. Debora Lichtenberg, VMDNov 2, 2021November 2, 2021

Most cats sleep around 16 hours a day, with kittens and seniors snoozing even longer than that.

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Putting Your Dog in a Costume? Follow These Dog Costume Tips.

By Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVSOct 29, 2021October 29, 2021

Here are some important dog costume tips that everyone should follow to keep their pets safe and comfortable in their costumes.

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Why Your Dog Is Eating So Fast, and How to Slow Them Down

By Dr. Debora Lichtenberg, VMDOct 16, 2020October 21, 2020

Dogs who eat too quickly can suffer from digestive problems, some of which may be serious. Here’s why your dog eats so fast — and how you can help.

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8 Things to Know About Cherry Eye (Including How It’s Treated)

By Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVSOct 13, 2020October 12, 2020

Despite its sometimes angry-red appearance, cherry eye is not painful for dogs.

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Cat Abscesses: What Causes Them, and How Do Vets Treat Them?

By Dr. Debora Lichtenberg, VMDOct 9, 2020October 9, 2020

Abscesses — painful infected wounds — usually require a vet visit. Quick, proper cat abscess treatment usually means a better outcome.

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Do Dogs Like Hugs? Is It OK to Kiss Your Dog? Get the Facts.

By Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVSSep 14, 2020September 14, 2020

Hugging an unwilling dog puts them under stress — which means they may bite next.

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What to Do When Your Cat Refuses to Use the Litter Box

By Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVSAug 26, 2020April 3, 2022

If your cat refuses to use the litter box, don’t ignore it. The longer this goes on, the more established it becomes. Here’s what to do.

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Treating Insect Stings on Dogs

By Dr. Debora Lichtenberg, VMDAug 19, 2020August 20, 2020

Treating insect stings on dogs requires a few household items and a lot of love. Relieve your dog from painful bites or stings with these helpful hints.

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Dog Burping: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know (And More)

By Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVSJul 15, 2020July 15, 2020

Unless there are other signs of ill health, it’s normal for dogs to burp. Here’s some advice — including what to do if the burping becomes excessive.

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Marijuana Toxicity in Pets: A Growing Problem With Serious Consequences

By Dr. Debora Lichtenberg, VMDJul 14, 2020July 14, 2020

As laws change and the use of this drug becomes more prevalent, marijuana toxicity in pets is on the rise. Edibles with chocolate are the worst.

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Obesity in Dogs and Cats: The Most Common Health Threat to Our Pets

By Petful Veterinary TeamJul 10, 2020July 10, 2020

You may think your pet is healthy, but the veterinarian says otherwise. Here’s what you may be getting wrong.

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No, Most Veterinarians Are Not Trying to “Upsell” Their Clients

By Dr. Debora Lichtenberg, VMDJul 8, 2020July 9, 2020

Your vet wants to help you and your pet in times of crisis, and this entails making tough decisions together. Here’s the truth about veterinary upsells.

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