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2021-09-09
The most common mistakes pet parents make
Our pets bring out the best in us so it’s only right that we do the same for them. Having a pet does come with a lot of responsibility though so we’ve put together a quick glance at some of the most common mistakes we...
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2020-11-28
Treating Osteoarthritis Arthritis in pets
There are many treatment options and suggestions for treating Osteoarthritis (OA) in pets and in this short article we will focus on what OA is and the basics of treating it. What is Osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis is a chronic, painful, degenerative, and inflammatory disease that affects...
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2020-10-14
My cat is fat so what, it’s cute? And he’s on diet food.
There are many disadvantages to being fat, but for cats some of the biggest problems are developing diabetes, joint disease and urinary tract problems. Diabetes especially is a serious disease that is hard to manage, creates time restraints for pet owners and can be very...
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2020-10-14
Keeping your Grouch Cat Happy
Cat’s are wonderful and unique pets that only cat owners understand, most of the time. They are individuals that can have complicated personalities, strongly driven by instinct, and one can easily misinterpret them, if you don’t pay close attention. One thing that makes these naturally...
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2020-10-02
Be Prepared for Grass Seed Season!
Every year towards the end of spring and most of summer we see grass seeds causing a lot of issues for many pets. Even though the clinical signs can vary quite a bit, it is a painful situation that can be prevented if one knows...
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2020-08-31
Grooming cats is so much more than just brushing!
If you think grooming a cat is all about just getting those knots out, think again! All cats benefit from being groomed, whether they have long or short hair. And we all know that cat’s love to groom themselves, as they spend a lot of...
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2020-08-13
Are breed specific diets just marketing tools?
It is true that specific breeds of cats and dogs are more susceptible to certain health conditions. Labradors are prone to becoming overweight, Dalmations are prone to bladder stones, Miniature Schnauzers tend to have higher cholesterol and fat levels in their blood, Maine Coons are...
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2020-08-13
Parasites in Small Animals
Tick, flea, and mites products Living in the southern hemisphere is fantastic. We have an amazing sub tropical climate which allows us to have a great outdoor lifestyle. But we are not the only ones that enjoy these conditions. Tiny little creatures that most dog...
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