These heartworms were removed from the heart of a dog. Photos courtesy of American Heartworm Society Despite the fact that we have safe and effective heartworm preventive medications, veterinarians continue to see heartworms being diagnosed in our canine and feline patients. In fact, this year the Companion Animal Parasite Council (CAPC) is predicting higher than …
Tag Archive: cats
May
03
A Potential New Treatment Option for Chronic Kidney Disease in Cats
The drug pimobendan may prove to be useful for cats with chronic renal disease. Photo credit: kevin dooley/Flickr.com I follow the Winn Feline Foundation’s blog pretty closely because they do some really wonderful work that contributes to the quality of care I, as a veterinarian, am able to offer to my feline patients. One of …
Apr
30
Why dogs are funnier than cats
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Apr
28
Brachytherapy for Dogs and Cats
Brachytherapy is a form of radiation treatment that is now becoming available for use in pets. Photo Credit: Proxy Indian/Flickr.com Brachytherapy is a form of radiation treatment that is currently becoming popular in human medicine. It also has multiple applications in veterinary medicine and is starting to become more available for pet owners. In fact, …
Apr
28
Why cats are funnier than dogs
The Poodle (and Dog) BlogJames Crocker Tweet This Post
Apr
24
Causes of Bad Breath in Dogs and Cats
Does your pet need dog or cat breath mints to mask bad breath? Photo Credit: Paull Young/Flickr.com Does your pet’s breath knock you over? Sometimes called halitosis, bad breath is a common problem for both dogs and cats. And, especially for those of us who enjoy cuddling with our pets and allowing them to lick …
Apr
17
Seven Common Diseases of Senior Cats
Older cats can suffer from a number of different disease. Photo Credit: AngieCole1/Flickr.com With advances in veterinary medicine, our cats are now living longer than ever before. As a result, we (veterinarians and cat owners) are also seeing age-related diseases occurring more frequently. Here are six common diseases frequently encountered in older cats. Arthritis Arthritis …
Apr
14
Why Is Allegedly Pet-Friendly Loews Hotel Hurting Cats?
Feral cats and feral cat colonies continue to be a hotly debated subject in many communities. However, there are situations where feral cat populations are being successfully managed. Such was the case with the feral cat colony at the Loews Portofino Hotel until very recently. This group which currently consists of roughly twenty cats has …
Mar
20
Can Ear Infections Be Diagnosed in Dogs and Cats Without a Vet Exam?
Ear infections and other ear problems are a common problem for both dogs and cats. In cats, ear mites are the most common cause of ear infections but other problems can occur as well. Ear disease in cats can also be caused by allergies, foreign bodies, tumors, polyps and many other conditions. In dogs, the …
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