Cat / Feline Health

Traveling with Pets

Traveling with Pets

Now that we're starting to see "sun breaks" here in the Pacific Northwest, we're starting to think about all of the places we'd like to travelโ€ฆย  Although traveling is not ideal for all petsย (some dogs and cats would much prefer you bring them a souvenir instead), planning ahead can save...

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4 Easy Steps to Home Dental Care for your Cat or Dog

4 Easy Steps to Home Dental Care for your Cat or Dog

Did you know that poor dental health in your dog or cat can lead to more serious problems, including hidden infections, diseases of the heart, liver or kidneys, and even diabetes?ย 

It all starts when bacteria from food remains in the mouth, where it forms plaque on your dog or cat's...

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Understanding Arthritis in Dogs and Cats

Understanding Arthritis in Dogs and Cats

Arthritis is a medical term used for any chronic condition that causes damage to the cartilage or joints. Although cats can be affected, arthritis is most commonly found in dogsโ€”both young and old. Arthritis typicallyย appears in the stifle (knee), hip, elbow, shoulder, carpus (wrist), or hock (ankle); it can also...

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Cancer in our pets

Cancer in Our Pets

The mere mention of โ€œcancerโ€ often conjures thoughts of angst, fear, and grief. Unfortunately, at Bothell Pet Hospital, as in most veterinary clinics, we deal with cancer on a daily basis. It seems as though everyone knows someone who is fighting cancer, if not themselves; and it is...

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Neurologic Diseases in Dogs and Cats

Neurologic Diseases in Dogs and Cats

โ€œNeurologic diseaseโ€ refers to disease affecting the nervous system, which is comprised of the brain, spinal cord and nerves throughout the body. Very similar to ours, a dog or catโ€™s nervous system can be affected by numerous disease processes. These processes can be traumatic, inflammatory or infectious, degenerative, neoplastic and sometimes...

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Pet Allergies

Pet Allergies

This monthโ€™s topic is allergies. So many of our patients are affected that it was hard to select just one โ€œcase of the month.โ€ The most common types we see here are atopy (inhalant allergies), food, and flea. The diagnosis can be difficult, especially since some patients have multiple reactions.

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Safety Tips for Your Dog or Cat on July 4

Safety Tips for Your Dog or Cat on July 4

The upcoming 4th of July holiday is one that most of us humans love, but it can be terrifying for most dogs and cats. The noise from fireworks can cause pets anxiety and fear, and many pets will bolt at the sound of the loud explosions. Below are some steps you...

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