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Dr. Iulia Mihai

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Ear Cancer in Cats: Signs, Causes, Treatments & FAQ (Vet Answer)

Ear Cancer in Cats: Signs, Causes, Treatments & FAQ (Vet Answer)

Tumors can develop anywhere on a cat's body, including on the ear tips and inside their ears. There are many types of ear tumors in cats: squamous cell carcino…

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By Dr. Iulia Mihai
Hormone Imbalance in Dogs: Signs, Causes & Treatment (Vet Answer)

Hormone Imbalance in Dogs: Signs, Causes & Treatment (Vet Answer)

Hormones are secreted by certain glands in your dog's body. When the hormone levels are below or above the normal physiological limit, it can be said that your…

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By Dr. Iulia Mihai
Can Pet Birds Make You Sick? 5 Diseases That Pet Birds Carry (Vet Answer)

Can Pet Birds Make You Sick? 5 Diseases That Pet Birds Carry (Vet Answer)

Birds make great pets, but sometimes they can get sick and then make us sick too. Pet birds can transmit bacteria and fungi, with some causing severe illnesses…

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By Dr. Iulia Mihai
14 Dog Breeds Prone to Arthritis (Vet Answer)

14 Dog Breeds Prone to Arthritis (Vet Answer)

Arthritis is one of the most common joint disorders that your dog can suffer from. The term comes from the Greek words "arthro," meaning "joint," and "itis," m…

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By Dr. Iulia Mihai
10 Common Vizsla Health Issues to Watch Out For (Vet Answer)

10 Common Vizsla Health Issues to Watch Out For (Vet Answer)

The Vizsla is a breed used for hunting and sport that was created in Hungary (they are also called the Hungarian Vizsla). They are easy to train and intelligen…

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By Dr. Iulia Mihai
How to Prevent Seizures in Dogs: 6 Tips (Vet Answer)

How to Prevent Seizures in Dogs: 6 Tips (Vet Answer)

Seizures are unpleasant experiences that can leave you helpless in the face of your dog's distress, as you may not know what to do or how to help them in that…

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By Dr. Iulia Mihai
Lungworm in Cats: Our Vet Explains Causes, Signs & Treatments

Lungworm in Cats: Our Vet Explains Causes, Signs & Treatments

Lungworms are worm parasites that can infest the respiratory tract of cats. They live and reproduce in the tissues of the respiratory system, causing damage to…

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By Dr. Iulia Mihai
6 Types of Toxicosis in Dogs & What You Can Do to Help (Vet Answer)

6 Types of Toxicosis in Dogs & What You Can Do to Help (Vet Answer)

Call it what you will, toxicosis, intoxication,, or poisoning, these are all words used to represent any disease or illness that is caused by a toxic agent (ma…

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By Dr. Iulia Mihai
7 Belgian Malinois Health Issues (Our Vet Discusses)

7 Belgian Malinois Health Issues (Our Vet Discusses)

The Belgian Malinois is a generally healthy dog. However, certain breed-specific health problems may occur, such as hip or elbow dysplasia, eye diseases, gastr…

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By Dr. Iulia Mihai
My Cat Ate a Rubber Band: What Should I Do? (Vet Answer)

My Cat Ate a Rubber Band: What Should I Do? (Vet Answer)

If your cat ate a rubber band, keep reading. Swallowing a rubber band can cause severe problems for cats, such as gastrointestinal obstruction. In some cases,…

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By Dr. Iulia Mihai