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Do Neutered Cats Still Spray? Feline Biology Explained (Vet Answer)
Urinating in the house is one of the most common behavioral problems in cats. Sadly, it is also the reason that a lot of cats get handed into animal shelters.…
How Often Do Cats Poop? What’s Normal & When to Worry (Vet Answer)
How often your cat poops depend on several factors, such as their activity level, water consumption, age, and general health. However, most cats defecate once…
How Often Do Cats Pee? Understanding What is Normal (Vet Answer)
Cat pee, or urine, is the liquid waste produced by the kidneys as they filter toxins and other waste products from the blood. Urine mainly consists of water, e…
My Dog Ate Melatonin: What to Do (Vet Answer)
Melatonin has become popular as a sleep aid for people who suffer from insomnia or jet lag. It is used in dogs to treat anxiety disorders such as separation an…
Trifexis vs Sentinel: Key Differences (Vet Answer)
If you’ve been searching for the best flea and worming treatment for your dog, you already know how many different options are out there these days. It’s great…
Sentinel Spectrum vs Sentinel: Key Differences (Vet Answer)
With so many treatments on the market, it can be tricky to know which parasite product to choose for our pets. Even more so when existing brands release a new…
Trifexis vs. Heartgard Plus: We Asked a Vet (2026 Update)
Both Trifexis and Heartgard Plus provide effective protection for your dog against hookworms, roundworms, and heartworms. In addition, Trifexis kills and offer…
NexGard vs Simparica: Vet-Explained Pros, Cons, & Differences (2026 Update)
Most pet owners are familiar with the burden of choosing and administering flea and tick treatment. Fleas and ticks cause enormous problems for our pets all ye…
