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WebNoodle, a 3-year-old male poodle mix underwent years of specialist referrals, medical treatments, and diet alterations followed with no resolution to his kidney stone issue. …

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Brachycephalic (Short-nosed) Dogs Animal Health Topics / …

WebThe term “brachycephaly” comes from the Greek words for “short” and “head”. Across species, individuals with brachycephaly are characterized by a wide head …

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Heat-Related Illness in Dogs Animal Health Topics / School of

WebHeat stroke is a life-threatening condition characterized in dogs by a body temperature greater than 105.8°F (normal body temperature for a dog is between 99.5 …

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Possible Increase in Upper Respiratory Illness in Dogs Animal …

WebA possible increase in upper respiratory illness in dogs (canine infectious respiratory disease complex [CIRDC]) has been reported from multiple locations across …

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Canine Distemper Animal Health Topics / School of Veterinary …

WebCanine distemper is a highly contagious infection caused by the canine distemper virus (CDV) that affects dogs and wild animals. Puppies younger than 20 …

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Nutritional for Gastrointestinal Disease Animal Health Topics

WebNutrition is important in the management of gastrointestinal disease because the job of the intestinal track is to digest and absorb nutrients. The therapeutic approach …

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Ringworm in Cats (Dermatophytosis) Animal Health Topics / …

WebRingworm, or dermatophytosis, is a highly contagious infection of the skin, hair, and nails. Despite its name, ringworm is actually a fungus (Microsporum spp. and …

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Vaccination Guidelines for Dogs and Cats Animal Health Topics

WebIn general we recommend that kittens receive a single dose of killed or recombinant rabies vaccine at 12-16 weeks of age. Adult cats with unknown vaccination …

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Dental Care Animal Health Topics / School of Veterinary Medicine

WebIt is best to start dental care at an early age. Introduce brushing gradually and begin by rubbing your pet's teeth and gums with a soft gauze wrapped around a finger. …

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Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Animal Health Topics / School …

WebHighly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) is a contagious disease in birds that can be deadly, especially for domestic poultry. The World Organization for Animal …

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Feline Coronavirus (FCoV) and Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)

WebFeline infectious peritonitis, or FIP, is a feline coronavirus variant that can be deadly to cats. It occurs when feline coronavirus (FCoV), commonly found in the feline …

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Allergies in Pets Animal Health Topics / School of Veterinary …

WebHow we can help. Call 530-752-1393 to schedule an appointment with the Community Medicine Service. Because your pet’s skin or ear infections are an ongoing …

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Spaying or Neutering Your Dog Animal Health Topics / School of

WebSpaying is a surgical procedure to remove the female reproductive organs - the ovaries and uterus. For routine spaying, the best age for dogs is before puberty. …

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Diabetes Mellitus in Cats Animal Health Topics / School of …

WebCall 530-752-1393 to schedule an appointment with the Community Medicine Service. Diabetes mellitus is a chronic condition that affects your cat’s ability to use the …

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Q Fever (Coxiellosis) Animal Health Topics / School of Veterinary

WebQ Fever, also known as “query fever” or coxiellosis, is an infection caused by the bacterium Coxiella burnetii, which is ubiquitous and persistent in the environment. It …

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Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease Animal Health Topics / School …

WebFeline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD) refers to various conditions that affect the bladder and urethra in cats. These diseases can include bladder stones, …

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Marijuana Toxicosis Animal Health Topics / School of Veterinary …

WebMarijuana toxicosis occurs when pets ingest marijuana, homemade or commercial edible marijuana products, medical or recreational cannabis preparations or …

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Guinea Pig Care Animal Health Topics / School of Veterinary …

WebHEALTH CARE. It is a good idea to have you guinea pig checked by your veterinarian on a yearly basis for a physical exam (including a fecal and blood work) to …

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Spaying or Neutering Your Cat Animal Health Topics / School of

WebCall 530-752-1393 to schedule an appointment with the UC Davis veterinary hospital small animal clinic. The main reasons for spaying or neutering (castrating) cats …

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Lily Toxicity in Cats Animal Health Topics / School of Veterinary

WebLilies are lethally toxic to cats. All members of the plant genus Lilium, including Easter lilies, contain a chemical that can damage cat kidneys. Ingestion of even …

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Pregnancy Diagnosis in the Bitch Animal Health Topics / School …

WebThis test cannot determine the number of fetuses present in the bitch. A false negative is possible if the litter size is very small. Ultrasound. Ultrasound is the best …

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Rabbit Care Animal Health Topics / School of Veterinary Medicine

WebSpaying a female rabbit is very important to her overall health and longevity. Females can be spayed as early as age 4-6 months of age. Spaying early will usually …

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