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When you're feeling unwell, you head to the doctor and tell them all about what's ailing you. Your dog or cat cannot speak, but if they could, they would ask to go to the vet when ill. After all, veterinarians are doctors for pets. Most vets focus on treating dogs and cats since these are the most popular pets, but there are also vets who specialize in treating more exotic pets like gerbils, snakes, and frogs. Regardless of which animal you have, it deserves proper vet care, both for preventative measures and in case of illness. You can learn more about vet care and veterinarians on this website dedicated to the topic. Enjoy!

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Caring For A Stray Cat Colony? 3 Reasons To Get Acquainted With A Vet

Posted on December 9, 2022

Caring for a cat colony in your neighborhood or near your workplace could have started as easily as occasionally leaving out food and fresh water. If you've become invested in checking on a stray cat colony and providing them with the basic necessities, it's wise to reach out to a veterinarian. While the cat colony may not be tame enough to be adoptable, there are still several reasons why a visit to the vet for any of the cats could be necessary at some point. [Read More]

High Blood Pressure In Dogs: Frequently Asked Questions

Posted on September 7, 2022

Just like their human friends, dogs can also suffer from high blood pressure or hypertension. Unfortunately, if left untreated, hypertension can cause severe damage to the heart and other internal organs and your dog may even pass away. If your dog was recently diagnosed with high blood pressure or you suspect your dog has high blood pressure, here are the answers to a few frequently asked questions you might have. [Read More]

3 Reasons To Vaccinate Your Pets

Posted on June 6, 2022

As a pet owner, you need to understand the reasons for vaccination. Read on for an analysis of three reasons why you should undertake pet vaccination. 1. Vaccination Prevents Pet Ailments  Pet vaccinations reduce the likelihood of deadly ailments. For example, unvaccinated dogs might suffer from rabies, a fatal disease. But on the other hand, you don't have to worry about losing your vaccinated pet to a deadly disease. It is important to understand the vaccination requirements of your pets. [Read More]

Tips For Administering Eye Drops And Ointments To Your Cat

Posted on April 1, 2022

If your cat develops pink eye or an eye infection, then your vet will likely have you administer several types of eye drops to help them heal. For the first few days or weeks, you'll likely need to give them antibiotic eye drops to help fight whatever infection is causing the pink eye. After that, you may need to follow up with a steroid cream or even some simple lubricating eye drops to further progress the healing. [Read More]