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Caring for Common Guinea Pig Diseases Naturally
Vet Talks 4 min readKnowing the most common guinea pig diseases and their typical signs can help you be proactive with your little chomper. After all, caring for these adorable rodents requires lots of love and attention to any behavioral changes. Don’t let their size fool you! Typical Signs of Guinea Pig Diseases The guinea pig is a docile...
Read MoreA guide on post-neuter and dog spay recovery
Vet Talks 3 min readWe are certain that any loving pet parents want to avoid surgical interventions on their little ones as much as possible. But did you know that getting your dog fixed can help extend their life and keep them healthier for longer? Know how to support your little one for a stress-free post-neuter and dog spay...
Read MoreFrom Addison’s to Cushing’s: Supporting Adrenal Gland in Dogs
Vet Talks 3 min readYour little one’s adrenal gland regulates many essential functions in your pet’s body. This little structure that sits on top of the kidneys produces some of the most crucial steroid hormones, such as aldosterone and cortisol. This means that any issues with the adrenal gland in dogs can affect their body’s metabolism, immune system, blood...
Read MoreDegenerative Disorders: From Hind Leg Weakness in Dogs to Feline Cancer
Vet Talks 4 min readSlowing down can be a natural sign of aging in humans and pets alike. But if you notice other visual cues of low energy and mobility issues, like hind leg weakness in dogs and cats, something more serious might be at play. Degenerative disorders happen when the functions of tissues or organs of your furkiddo...
Read MoreAll You Need to Know About E. coli in Dogs and Cats
Vet Talks 3 min readWhat if we told you that E. coli in dogs and cats is entirely normal? There’s usually no need to panic, as this bacteria is typically benign and lives in harmony inside your little one’s gut. However, when highly concentrated, it can cause an E. coli infection. And this can be deadly, especially in young...
Read MoreCat flu season: viral infections in colder months
Vet Talks 4 min readAs humans, we know too well that when the temperatures start to drop, flu season is just around the corner. As pet parents, we might be worried that the same can happen to our little ones. Even though there is a chance of higher infection of kennel cough in dogs or cat flu near the...
Read MoreManaging Cat Stomatitis and Severe Symptoms
Vet Talks 3 min readOverlooking the importance of routine dental cleaning in your kitty can lead to severe oral health issues like cat stomatitis, gingivitis and periodontal disease. Feline kiddos can be very independent in grooming themselves and worrying about other aspects of their hygiene. But when it comes to your kitty’s mouth health, regular tooth brushing and visits...
Read MoreHow to deal with the dreadful rabbit head tilt?
Vet Talks 3 min readAs a bunny parent, you have probably heard that the rabbit head tilt is one of the scariest symptoms of E. cuniculi. But what is this disease that infects more than 50% of rabbits worldwide after all? E. cuniculi is short for Encephalitozoon cuniculi, a primitive fungus. This fungal infection affects mainly rabbits but can occasionally happen in mice, guinea...
Read MoreAvoiding Cat Spraying and Dog Marking
Vet Talks 3 min readPotty training is a great way to avoid pee accidents around the house, but it might not be enough when it comes to cat spraying and dog marking. Most pet parents think that inappropriate urination in kitties and pups is a hormonal response more commonly seen in intact males. Although that is part of the...
Read MoreCat and Dog Enrichment Toys For Active Minds
Vet Talks 3 min readKeeping your little one’s brain and body active is extremely important, and that’s where cat and dog enrichment toys come in! Mind and environmental enrichment games may help to slow down the symptoms and progression of cognitive dysfunctions, especially in older pets. Increased playtime is a great way to show your love, bond with your...
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