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Ear Infections (Otitis Externa) in a Dog or Cat

Ear Infections (Otitis Externa) in a Dog or Cat

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It's time for a pop quiz! What is the number one reason for vet visits? If you said ear infections, you're right!

According to Veterinary Pet Insurance, this was the number one reason for canine vet visits in 2015. It also made the...

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About Leptospirosis

About Leptospirosis

Leptospirosis is an infectious disease that occurs worldwide and is emerging as a more common diagnosis in the Puget Sound area.

It is caused by the spiral-shaped bacteria Leptospira, of which there are several serovars (strains) of significance. There are 8 main serovars that cause disease in dogs; meanwhile cats...

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7 Facts about Medications for Dogs and Cats

 

Did you know that one acetaminophen (Tylenol) tablet can kill a cat? Or that giving ibuprofen to a dog can cause serious gastrointestinal side effects? Presented below are 7 important facts to know about medications administered to dogs and cats:

#1

Many medications and anesthetic agents we use are also used in...

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Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease

Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease

Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD) is not one particular problem, but rather, it describes a group of clinical symptoms that may have more than one possible cause.

What are the symptoms of FLUTD?

Clinical signs of Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease include: Frequent urination or visits to the litterbox Bloody or...

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Thanksgiving Pet Safety Tips

Thanksgiving Pet Safety Tips

While we all look forward to the holiday season, filled with family, friends and feasts, a few precautions can help ensure our pets are thankful too. Check out the following tips to ensure a Happy Thanksgiving for all:

If you decide to feed your pet a little bit of turkey,...

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All About Fleas

All About Fleas

If you've been in our office lately, you might have overheard us using the 'F' word... that dreaded four letter word that makes us all cringe: Flea! With autumn just around the corner, many people believe that flea season is just about over.

Unfortunately, this is not the case. A warm spring...

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Diabetes Mellitus in Cats

Diabetes Mellitus in Cats

Diabetes Mellitus is the second most common endocrine disease in cats. The disease affects the pancreas, which is located along the stomach and small intestine.

The pancreas has two different types of cells. One group secretes enzymes necessary for proper digestion, and the other group, called beta-cells, releases insulin hormone...

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Hot Spots in Dogs

Hot Spots in Dogs

Hot Spots (known in the veterinary world as "Acute Moist Dermatitis") are a common skin disorder in dogs. Hot spots can appear suddenly and become red, moist, irritated lesions in a very short period of time. The lesions are often raw looking and can be very painful.

What causes hot...

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