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Pancreatitis in Dogs
Jan 14, 2013The pancreas is an organ in the abdomen that is involved in helping the body digest food. The pancreas releases enzymes (proteins that are involved in chemical reactions in the body) into the… Full Article ›
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Coping With Cancer
Aug 14, 2011Cancer is extremely common in pets. Cancer can be successfully managed in many cases. Most pets tolerate treatment extremely well. An accurate diagnosis and proper staging of… Full Article ›
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Lymphoma (Lymphosarcoma)
Dec 11, 2011Lymphoma, or lymphosarcoma, is a cancer of the lymphocytes, which are a type of white blood cell associated with the immune system. The exact cause of lymphoma is unknown. Cats… Full Article ›
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Feline Rabies Vaccine
Dec 11, 2011Cats are the No. 1 domestic animal carrier of rabies in the United States. A bite from a wild animal is typically how a cat gets the virus –– and how that cat could then transmit it to… Full Article ›
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Parvovirus Vaccine for Dogs
Dec 11, 2011Dogs catch canine parvovirus, which causes the disease known as parvo, from exposure to infected dogs, their feces, or objects/areas contaminated with their feces. Treatment is supportive and… Full Article ›
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Rattlesnake Vaccine for Dogs
Dec 11, 2011Few things strike fear in the human heart like the possibility of a snake bite. And of all the snakes, the rattlesnake is probably the most terror inducing. Dogs, especially those who live in the… Full Article ›
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Lyme Disease (Borrelia burgdorferi) Vaccine for Dogs
Dec 11, 2011Lyme disease is one of a number of frustratingly common tick-borne diseases that are regarded by both veterinarians and human physicians as stubborn, insidious, and just plain problematic. In… Full Article ›
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Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) Vaccine
Dec 7, 2011Contrary to what its name implies, feline leukemia (abbreviated as FeLV or sometimes referred to as “feleuk”) is not a blood cancer – although it can cause cancer affecting the… Full Article ›
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Feline Distemper (Panleukopenia) Virus Vaccine
Nov 28, 2011The virus that causes feline distemper is a fast-moving killer that can take out a cat in a matter of days. It’s easily spread, but the good news is that there are several vaccines for… Full Article ›
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Canine Coronavirus Vaccine
Nov 22, 2011Canine coronavirus infection is highly contagious among dogs, with common symptoms such as fever, vomiting, and loss of appetite. In most cases, the virus runs its course ... and then the patient… Full Article ›
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Calicivirus Vaccine for Cats
Nov 16, 2011Feline calicivirus causes cold-like symptoms, but so long as a cat is vaccinated, he or she shouldn’t have to suffer. The vaccine against the virus is a core vaccine given in combination… Full Article ›
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Bordetella Vaccine for Dogs and Cats
Apr 17, 2012If your pet is a regular at day care, grooming facilities, or the dog park, those shots every 6 to 12 months to prevent canine infectious tracheobronchitis (aka, kennel cough) may be inconvenient.… Full Article ›