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8 Common Newfoundland Dog Health Issues (Vet Answer)

8 Common Newfoundland Dog Health Issues (Vet Answer)

Newfoundland dogs are large, friendly giants, and just like any dog breed, they can get infected with the usual suspects: day-to-day tummy aches, arthritis, sk…

Thiamine Deficiency in Dogs: Signs, Causes & Care (Vet Answer)

Thiamine Deficiency in Dogs: Signs, Causes & Care (Vet Answer)

Thiamine, otherwise known as B1 vitamin, is something that needs to be supplemented through your dog’s diet. With the development of many, well-balanced commer…

Iris Melanosis in Cats: Signs, Causes & Treatment (Vet Answer)

Iris Melanosis in Cats: Signs, Causes & Treatment (Vet Answer)

Cats are fascinating creatures that make great pets. They have unique physical traits that make them stand out from other animals. One such feature is their ey…

Diabetes in Dogs: Causes, Signs, & Care (Vet Answer)

Diabetes in Dogs: Causes, Signs, & Care (Vet Answer)

Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a common endocrinopathy or hormonal condition in dogs, particularly in the 7–10-year age group. The condition is also more common (ap…

Pneumonia in Cats: Causes, Signs & Treatments (Vet Answer)

Pneumonia in Cats: Causes, Signs & Treatments (Vet Answer)

Pneumonia refers to acute inflammation, often associated with infection of the alveoli (air sacs) and bronchioles (lower airways as they taper into the air sac…

Kidney Stones In Cats: Signs, Causes, Care & FAQ (Vet Answer)

Kidney Stones In Cats: Signs, Causes, Care & FAQ (Vet Answer)

Kidney stones in cats are a condition that may go undiagnosed for a while. It’s more typical to find stones that form within the bladder of cats than stones th…

Potassium Supplements for Cats: Uses & Side Effects (Vet Answer)

Potassium Supplements for Cats: Uses & Side Effects (Vet Answer)

Potassium is an important electrolyte for many functions in the body, including the functioning of the nerves, muscles, and the heart. Potassium is essential f…

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…