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Dr. Maria Zayas

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Malocclusions in Dogs (Teeth Misalignment): Vet Explained Causes, Signs & Care

Malocclusions in Dogs (Teeth Misalignment): Vet Explained Causes, Signs & Care

For people with misaligned teeth, orthodontic correction is pursued readily if affordable, even if the change is cosmetic in nature only. In dogs, it is a litt…

Dr. Maria Zayas
By Dr. Maria Zayas
Kitten Vaccine Schedule: Our Vet Explains When & What Shots Are Required

Kitten Vaccine Schedule: Our Vet Explains When & What Shots Are Required

While most cat owners will know that kittens are supposed to see a veterinarian for a checkup and vaccines, beyond that, it’s pretty rare to fully understand e…

Dr. Maria Zayas
By Dr. Maria Zayas
Activated Charcoal for Cats: Info, Pros & Cons (Vet Answer)

Activated Charcoal for Cats: Info, Pros & Cons (Vet Answer)

Cats ingesting a toxin is an emergency that requires an immediate trip to the veterinarian. This is because hydrogen peroxide, a potential choice to induce vom…

Dr. Maria Zayas
By Dr. Maria Zayas
Cat Hormones & How They Relate to Behavior (Vet Answer)

Cat Hormones & How They Relate to Behavior (Vet Answer)

If you’re feeling hormonal, what exactly does that mean? Too many hormones? Too little? How about cats? Do they have hormones? Can they affect how they feel, o…

Dr. Maria Zayas
By Dr. Maria Zayas
Managing Luxating Patella in Dogs: Exercise & Rehab (Vet Answer)

Managing Luxating Patella in Dogs: Exercise & Rehab (Vet Answer)

This question is for any dog, but especially owners of small-breed dogs. When your dog is running around, have you ever noticed them having an intermittent hop…

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By Dr. Maria Zayas
Feline Upper Respiratory Infection: Our Vet Explains the Causes, Signs, & Treatments

Feline Upper Respiratory Infection: Our Vet Explains the Causes, Signs, & Treatments

Do you have a cat at home with a consistent sneeze or cough? What about having a chronically weepy eye? Have you ever seen them come down with what looks like…

Dr. Maria Zayas
By Dr. Maria Zayas
Runt of the Cat Litter: How to Tell, Health Facts & FAQ (Vet Answer)

Runt of the Cat Litter: How to Tell, Health Facts & FAQ (Vet Answer)

Getting to meet young kittens is one of life’s many joys. When you have the privilege to handle a new litter of kittens, you might note one is smaller than the…

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By Dr. Maria Zayas
Pug Pregnancy: What to Expect & Expert Tips (Vet Answer)

Pug Pregnancy: What to Expect & Expert Tips (Vet Answer)

There are few things cuter than a pug puppy. I consider this a universally accepted fact. This popular breed is known for its small stature, big personality, e…

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By Dr. Maria Zayas
The Maxbone x Prince Backpack Review 2026: Our Vet’s Opinion

The Maxbone x Prince Backpack Review 2026: Our Vet’s Opinion

Use Code Hepper15 to Save 15% Site Wide! Maxbone has taken their “Go Everywhere Backpack”, collaborated with the tennis brand Prince, and created a new color o…

Dr. Maria Zayas
By Dr. Maria Zayas
Which Dog Breeds Are More Prone to Seizures? Our Vet Explains

Which Dog Breeds Are More Prone to Seizures? Our Vet Explains

Seizures are a universally scary event for dogs and their owners. This can be doubly true when you are not sure why the seizure is occurring. Some dog breeds a…

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By Dr. Maria Zayas