Obesity is a nutritional disease which is defined by an excess of body fat. Dogs that are over nourished, lack the ability to exercise, or that have a tendency to…
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Causes of Feline Obesity Gross obesity in cats can be caused by anyone, or more often, a combination of the following: The single worst food for cats is a high-carbohydrate,…
Weight loss is a common feline problem, particularly in senior kitties. Figuring out if your kitty is losing weight may be reliant on what you feel (rather than what you see). This is…
Whether we like it or not, it’s time for the cold weather. Although we don’t get winter as bad out here in Vancouver as our neighbors out east, we still…
What You Need Ear cleaning solution: Look for a quality ear cleaner recommended by veterinarians. A top choice of professionals is Epi-Otic by Virbac. Avoid ear cleansers that contain alcohol or hydrogen…
Certainly cats can exhibit depressed behavior, but the general consensus is that they do not experience the same emotional changes associated with clinical depression in humans. “In general, depression in…
Kidney stones form in dogs for a few different reasons. The different causes ultimately predict which type of nephro (kidney) + lith (stone) is most likely to form. And the type of stone…
Giardia is a microscopic parasite that causes the illness known as giardiasis. Giardia is contagious. It’s found on contaminated surfaces, in soil, or on food or water that has been contaminated with feces (poop)…
As the holidays approach, more and more things around the house are powered by batteries. Batteries pose a major health risk to dogs and children when accidentally ingested. Battery ingestions…
We will likely require blood work before your cat has anesthesia for dental work or surgery. What is the point of running blood work? Is it a way to pad the bill? Is it a scam designed…
