Cats are sweet and curious, and if you’re thinking about bringing one into your home, you’re in for tons of fun. Like people, each cat is unique. However, many breeds share similar traits. Your household, lifestyle and other key factors can help you determine which type of cat is your ideal match.
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November is recognized as both American Diabetes Month® and Pet Diabetes Month, a time to raise awareness about the growing prevalence of diabetes in pets. With one in every 230 cats and one in every 300 dogs affected, it's essential for pet owners to be vigilant about the signs of diabetes in dogs and cats. Early detection of d...
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Across many parts of the United States, winter storms are a frequent and sometimes severe part of the seasonal weather cycle. These storms can range from several inches of snow and icy roads to powerful blizzards that drop feet of snow, bring dangerously low temperatures, and leave communities without power or heat for days.
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Caring for outdoor and feral cats during the winter months can make a world of difference in their lives. Many of these cats, whether lost, abandoned, or part of a feral cat colony, have learned to survive on their own. But when temperatures drop, even the most resourceful outdoor cats need extra help to stay safe and warm. Prov...
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According to the Pet Poison Helpline, Halloween week is their busiest. Calls jump by 12%, and hundreds of panicked pet parents call in looking for advice after their dog or cat got into something they shouldn’t have. Cellophane wrappers, lollipop sticks, plastic spider rings, candy, and all the assorted trappings of Halloween ca...
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Rabies. The word conjures an image of an angry animal frothing at the mouth and running wild, ready to sink its teeth into anything that moves. While that’s unpleasant to consider, what’s worse is that such a bite is often fatal. World Rabies Day, observed every year on September 28, serves as an important reminder that preven...
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So your pet needs surgery? We know it’s stressful to think of your dog or cat undergoing surgery, but know your veterinarian wouldn’t recommend it if they didn’t think it was necessary.
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Did you bring home a new pet for the holidays? Welcoming a pet into your family can be incredibly exciting – but also a little stressful. After all, there’s so much that you need to do to help them get acclimated and ready for their new life with you. Get a head start on a happy, healthy life together with these tips.
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Pets are an important part of our lives and play a special role in our families, so when it comes time to say goodbye to a beloved dog or cat, the coping process can be a difficult and overwhelming one—but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Our veterinarians can help guide you through the process and ensure that the end of you...
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From vampurrs to dogosaurs, there are few things as irresistible as a pet dressed up for Halloween. In fact, surveys show that nearly one in five pet owners plan to dress their pets in costumes each year, and spending on pet apparel, like Halloween costumes for pets, in the U.S. has skyrocketed, climbing from a few hundred milli...
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