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How Long Do Cats Take to Recover From Neutering? Our Vet Explains
Neutering is the removal of a male cat's testicles. This procedure is most commonly completed in young, healthy cats to help prevent spraying and help decrease…
Kidney Failure in Dogs: Signs, Causes, and Treatment (Vet Answer)
The kidneys are two bean-shaped organs located on either side of the abdomen that play a vital role in removing waste products from the body, maintaining elect…
How Long Does it Take a Dog to Recover From Being Spayed? Our Vet Answers
During a spay or ovariohysterectomy, the ovaries and uterus are surgically removed from a female dog while she is under general anesthesia.1 After removing the…
Can Dogs with Pancreatitis Eat Tuna? Is it Safe? (Vet Answer)
As any owner of a dog with pancreatitis knows, diet plays an important part in the treatment of this disease. Since it’s advisable to feed a dog with pancreati…
Can Dogs With Pancreatitis Eat Eggs? Is It Safe? (Vet Answer)
The short answer to this question is yes. In some cases, it may be safe to feed eggs to a dog with pancreatitis. They are an excellent source of nutrients! Raw…
5 Feeding Tips for Dogs With Pancreatitis (Vet Answer)
Dogs with pancreatitis may require a hospital stay initially, but once they have been discharged, their owners play an important role in the rest of their reco…
Liver Disease in Dogs: Signs, Causes & Treatment (Vet Answer)
The liver is a vital organ located in the abdomen, behind the diaphragm in dogs. It serves many critical functions for the body, some of which include: Liver d…
How Common is Heartworm in Cats? 7 Things to Know About Heartworm Disease (Vet Answers)
Feline heartworm disease, often called Heartworm Associated Respiratory Disease (HARD) when illness occurs as a result of infection, is an often underrecognize…
