The most common endocrine disorder in cats is a syndrome called hyperthyroidism. Hyper- means these cats have an overactive thyroid gland. Many people are familiar with hypothyroidism which is when the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone. But with...
Many people are unsure what fruits, vegetables and meats are actually safe and which should be avoided. Unless you are feeding a home made diet that has been approved by a nutritionist I still recommend commercial dog food the primary basis of your pets diet. But...
I am not a behaviorist or an expert on training and behaviors. But I do have more experience than the average person on common behavior issues. My advice comes from my own personal experiences as a pet owner and veterinarian, as well as what I have learned from...
Photo by Ian Battaglia on Unsplash The transition to curbside appointments has been a challenge for many veterinary clinics. Not all have switched to curbside but most have adopted some changes to reduce infection risk for staff and clients. This may mean only one...
Fresh Step is a leader in producing high quality cat litter that pet owners like. They have recently released a new product called Fresh Step with Febreeze Gain Scent. It is advertized as a dust free cat litter with Febreeze Gain scent that is to keep your house odor...
Inappropriate urination, when cats urinate anywhere outside the litter box, is an incredibly frustrating issue. Cat urine has a very strong smell, and if not cleaned appropriately can leave a lasting odor or stain. So what would trigger a cat to urinate on the carpet...
I'm a mother to two girls and a small animal veterinarian with over 10 years of experience. This blog is about my experience as a veterinarian and working mom.
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