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Alimentary Tract Disorders (GI tract, etc.)

WEBDiarrhea is a passage of fluid stool. It is not a disease itself, but a common sign of small and/or large bowel disease. Characteristics of diarrhea (fluidity, mucous, blood, …

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Common Pet Ailments

WEBCommon pet ailments, including injuries, illnesses, disorders, and more.

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Common Pet Symptoms / Problems

WEBArthritis is the inflammation of any joint and can inflict both young and old. Causes of arthritis include infection (eg. Lyme disease), injury, degeneration with age (wear and …

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Infectious Diseases

WEBFeline calicivirus is a virus that can cause mild to serious respiratory illness. Cats become infected by inhaling or swallowing the virus. Signs of illness develop within 2-10 days of …

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Pet Health Information

WEBPet health information -- a database of pet health, pet illnesses, injuries, & sicknesses.

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Common Pet Questions

WEBSurgical costs vary due to multiple factors. These may include: general demographics (eg. metro vs. rural); surgeon’s skills; pre-surgical preparation (eg. blood screens, ECG); …

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Common Pet Surgical Procedures

WEBOvariohysterectomy is the medical term for spaying (or neutering) female pets. The procedure consists of surgical removal of the ovaries and uterus and is usually …

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Corgis: What a Unique Breed!

WEBInfections. Corgis are susceptible to bacterial and viral infections—the same ones that all dogs can get—such as parvovirus, rabies, and distemper. Many of these infections are …

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Common Pet Medications

WEBDRUG: PURPOSE; DOSE; SIDE EFFECTS. Afoxolaner: fleas and ticks (dogs > 8 weeks of age and > 4 lbs); 2.5 mg/kg po q30d; vomiting, anorexia.. Fenbendazole: whipworms, …

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Muscular Skeletal Disorders

WEBIn order to repair your pet’s fracture, your veterinarian has to 1) reduce the fracture (ie. bring the ends of the break back together); 2) fix the fracture (ie. fasten fragments together); …

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Common Pet Parasites

WEBFleas are blood sucking insects that infest the haircoats of animals and occasionally feed on people. These insects cause irritation and distress to infested pets while severe …

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Informative Videos

WEBCat spay. Feline spay (ovariohysterectomy) is a common surgical procedure. Your veterinarian can explain its many benefits to your cat’s health.

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Cocker Spaniels: What a Unique Breed!

WEBCocker spaniels can get “hay fever” just like humans, which is an allergy to pollen, mold, mildew, or dust (called atopy). Your dog will get itchy: usually in the face, feet, and ears, …

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Miniature Schnauzers: What a Unique Breed!

WEBa Liver Disease Your schnauzer is more likely than other dogs to have a liver disorder called portosystemic shunt, which is a debilitating, genetically linked disease that keeps her liver

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