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Disease Diet and Exercise

Wait, Cats Can Get The PLAGUE?!

February 1, 2019 By Heather

Thought the plague died out in the 14th century? Think again. Although “The Plague” (the term usually used to refer to Bubonic Plague) is now considered “extremely rare” in humans, it’s still active. Nearly a thousand people are infected every year, about 7-9 of whom live in the U.S. Not only is the plague still […]

Filed Under: Disease Diet and Exercise, Preventative Health Tagged With: bubonic plague, cat, flea, plague

Best Dog Breeds For…Runners

January 25, 2019 By Heather

Hint: Not that one. Physical exercise is coded into all dogs’ DNA, but some breeds are particularly likely to benefit from the act of running. Large dogs are generally more suited to running than small dogs because it’s easier for their gait to match ours, but running dogs come in all shapes and sizes. Looking for a […]

Filed Under: Common Questions, Disease Diet and Exercise, Lifestyle & Local Tagged With: dog, exercise, run, running

How to Deal With an Aggressive Cat

January 18, 2019 By Heather

Does your feline have a bad cat-itude? (Sorry.) Aggression in cats is one of the most common complaints made to our veterinarians. Why is my cat behaving this way? Does she hate me? How can I make her less…grumpy? Dealing with an aggressive cat is all about patience. It’s important to remember that aggression isn’t something […]

Filed Under: Common Questions, Disease Diet and Exercise Tagged With: aggression, cat, stress

5 Ingredients that Should Definitely Be In Your Dog’s Food

January 16, 2019 By Heather

Healthier dogs live longer, happier lives. A dog’s diet is a critical component of her overall health, particularly if she’s aging, overweight, or has a special condition. There’s a lot of noise around what shouldn’t be in your dog’s food (chocolate, anyone?) but you don’t hear much about what you should be feeding your dog. […]

Filed Under: Disease Diet and Exercise, Preventative Health Tagged With: dog-friendly, food, fruit, meat, superfood

“Oh Gross…Does My Cat Have a Tapeworm?!”

January 14, 2019 By Heather

You don’t want your cat to get tapeworms. Tapeworms are intestinal parasites that use their hook-like mouths to attach themselves to your cat’s insides. Dipylidium caninum is the most common tapeworm species seen in cats. Because they’re parasites, tapeworms are easily transmitted by other parasitic hosts, particularly fleas. They’re not seasonal, which technically means your cat can get tapeworms at […]

Filed Under: Common Questions, Disease Diet and Exercise, Preventative Health Tagged With: cat, fleas, tapeworm, worms

How to Tell if Your Dog Has Kennel Cough

January 11, 2019 By Heather

Kennel cough is the worst. It’s a highly contagious respiratory disease – actually called canine infectious tracheobronchitis – and it spreads like wildfire in kennels, dog parks, and anywhere else dogs congregate, hence the name. What Exactly is Kennel Cough? Kennel cough is a bit of a nebulous term. It’s an infection that can be caused […]

Filed Under: Disease Diet and Exercise, Preventative Health Tagged With: boarding, bordetella, doggy day care, groomer, kennel cough

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