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Turtle Shell Rot: Signs, Causes & Treatment (Vet Answer)
Turtles and even tortoises of all species can have several health concerns in common due to how similar their anatomy is. Diseases of the shell, including shel…
How Do I Give My Cat Lactulose? Our Vet Answers
Lactulose is a laxative that is designed to aid constipation in people. Though it is frequently prescribed for cats, its use in veterinary medicine is consider…
Can Dogs Suffer Neurosis? Exploring Anxiety & Compulsive Behaviors in Dogs (Vet Answer)
The term “neurosis” can conjure up a lot of different definitions. In common terms, it is often used to describe a more general sense of anxiety and related co…
Can Turtles Eat Chicken? Nutrition Facts & FAQ (Vet Answer)
As something of an unusual pet, it is often difficult to find the right information on what to feed your pet turtle, and there is rarely a turtle section in th…
Osteosarcoma in Cats: Signs, Prevention & Treatment (Vet Answer)
Osteosarcoma is the most common type of bone cancer in cats, and it usually occurs in cats between 8–10 years of age but may appear in young cats as well. Bone…
Fungal Infections in Dogs: Causes, Signs & Treatment (Vet Answer)
Fungal infections in dogs can range from a localized process (one involving the skin or affecting the nasal passages and associated sinuses) to systemic (gener…
Bully Whippet Syndrome: Double Muscling Explained (Vet Answer)
Whippets are a medium-sized sighthound racing dog breed. They look very similar to a greyhound, just smaller in stature. This breed, like other sighthounds, ru…
Can Dogs Get Salmonella? Signs & How to Treat It (Vet Answer)
The short answer to this is yes—dogs can get salmonella. Salmonella is a bacteria that mainly affects the gastrointestinal tract of animals, although it is cap…
