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Pet health quiz
Pet HealthUpdated May 1, 2025

Pet Health Quiz: How Many Can You Get Right?

Are you armed with the information to give your dog or cat the longest, healthiest, happiest life possible? Take our pet health quiz in just 5 minutes.

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The Dangers of Ivermectin Toxicity in Dogs
Pet HealthUpdated May 1, 2025

The Dangers of Ivermectin Toxicity in Dogs

Don't risk giving your dog a medication meant for a horse.

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6 Reasons to Bring a Stray Cat to the Veterinarian
Pet HealthUpdated May 1, 2025

6 Reasons to Bring a Stray Cat to the Veterinarian

The stray you take in could have a host of problems in need of treatment.

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The Pitfalls of Dog Breeding: Alice's Story
Pet HealthUpdated May 1, 2025

The Pitfalls of Dog Breeding: Alice's Story

Thinking about breeding your dog? Then educate yourself about the risks.

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How Amputation Can Improve a Pet's Quality of Life
Pet HealthUpdated May 1, 2025

How Amputation Can Improve a Pet's Quality of Life

Exotic pets — and most other pets — can do just fine on 3 legs.

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Pet HealthUpdated May 1, 2025

Veterinary Telemedicine During COVID-19: What to Expect

Veterinary telemedicine can never replace an in-office exam. But during the COVID-19 pandemic especially, it can be a game-changer for people with pets.

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How Too Much (or Too Little) Vitamin D Affects Cats
Pet HealthUpdated May 1, 2025

How Too Much (or Too Little) Vitamin D Affects Cats

According to one study, high levels of Vitamin D increase survival rates, so why don't experts recommend giving your cat a Vitamin D supplement?

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Immune-Mediated Thrombocytopenia: A Frustrating Disease
Pet HealthUpdated May 1, 2025

Immune-Mediated Thrombocytopenia: A Frustrating Disease

IMT is difficult to treat in dogs and cats, and the outcome is unknown. I'm a veterinarian, and here is my own dog's story.

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Ischemic Dermatopathy: Crusty Ears in Dogs
Pet HealthUpdated May 1, 2025

Ischemic Dermatopathy: Crusty Ears in Dogs

No one's really sure what causes this ailment.

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An Alternative to Surgery for Knee Injuries in Dogs
Pet HealthUpdated May 1, 2025

An Alternative to Surgery for Knee Injuries in Dogs

Most veterinary surgeons strongly recommend surgery for treating a CCLR (cranial cruciate ligament rupture) in a dog. But there may be another solution.

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Milk Fever in Dogs: A Potentially Life-Threatening Complication
Pet HealthUpdated May 1, 2025

Milk Fever in Dogs: A Potentially Life-Threatening Complication

If your nursing dog is staggering, breathing rapidly and having seizures, call the vet right away.

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"Natural" Drugs Can Have Deadly Consequences for Your Pet
Pet HealthUpdated May 1, 2025

"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.

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