The veterinarians at Pet Poison Helpline receive hundreds of calls this time of year from pet owners and veterinarians concerning cats that have ingested Easter lilies. “Unbeknownst to many pet owners, Easter lilies are highly toxic to cats,” said Ahna Brutlag, DVM, MS assistant director at Pet Poison…
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Dental health is a very important part of your pet’s overall health, and dental problems can cause, or be caused by, other health problems. Your pet’s teeth and gums should be checked at least once a year by your veterinarian to check for early signs…
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Is your pet itching, scratching, and losing fur? While this may happen all year round, winter is the perfect time to evaluate the cause. In the winter months, with the absence of seasonal allergies, the cause of flare-ups that your pet is experiencing are probably…
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Just like people, pets naturally slow down as they age. However, if you notice that your dog is exhibiting other signs as well, such as difficulty walking, standing up, or lowering their head to eat, this may be more than aging. This could be the…
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Like their owners, diabetes in dogs and cats is increasing in alarming numbers. Although the official cause of this disease is unknown, there are many known contributing factors, including genetics, obesity, and chronic pancreatitis. Also like humans, dogs and cats can develop both Type 1…
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Does your pet seem to be putting on some weight? While being a few pounds overweight isn’t typically a reason for concern for humans, for a pet, it is. Dogs and cats obviously weigh much less than a full-grown human, so a cat that’s just…
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Pets can behave in strange ways sometimes, so it’s not always easy to determine if their behavior requires urgent medical care or not. As a pet owner, it’s important to be able to recognize when your dog or cat is experiencing an emergency by knowing…
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The Bayshore Veterinary Hospital team believes in the importance of annual wellness examinations for each one of our patients. Bringing your pet to our hospital to be examined by our veterinarians creates the opportunity to identify potential health problems early. Through regular check-ups, our veterinarians…
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Many pet owners mistakenly believe that grooming is just a way to “clean up” their pets, but there’s so much more to this veterinary service. Professional cat and dog grooming provides the opportunity for our groomer to examine your pet in minute detail, screening for…
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