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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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Otitis Externa In Dogs And How Your Veterinarian Can Help
If your dog shakes their head or paws at their ears, they may have otitis externa. Otitis externa, otherwise known as an external ear infection, can be painful. This condition affects certain breeds and dogs with particular health issues.  The good news is you can easily identify this condition, and your veterinarian can treat it effectively. Keep reading to learn more about otitis externa, its symptoms, and treatment. What Causes Otitis Externa?

Pet Cremation Is A Respectful Way To Honor Your Pet After Their Passing
Pets are loved family members, and losing a pet is a hard process to go through. Maybe you haven't even thought about what you'll do when your pet dies. An option to consider is pet cremation. This allows you to keep your pet's ashes in a decorative urn or spread them in your pet's favorite outdoor place to play. Here's how pet cremation works. Why Cremation Is A Good Option

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

High Blood Pressure In Dogs: Frequently Asked Questions
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.

3 Reasons To Vaccinate Your Pets
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.

Tips For Administering Eye Drops And Ointments To Your Cat
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.

Recognizing, Preventing, And Treating Dehydration In Pets
If you are the owner of a dog or cat, keeping your pet comfortable at all times is likely to be a concern. During warmer times of the year, there is a potential that your pet will fall victim to heat exhaustion or dehydration if temperatures rise to unsafe levels. Here are the signs of dehydration, steps you can take to prevent it from occurring, and what you can do to treat your pet if they suffer from this condition.

What Your Vet Wants You To Know About Caring For Overweight Dogs
As a dog owner, you'd be in good company if you find yourself unable to resist your pup's request for treats or an extra meal. Unfortunately, those puppy dog eyes often lead to too much food and one overweight puppy. You might think that a pup with too much weight is just cute and nothing to worry about, but the truth is that it does come with some concerns. Here's a look at what your veterinarian wants you to know about your overweight dog.

3 Common Causes Of Cats Coughing
People cough and clear their throats all the time whether or not they're sick, but what about cats? If you've noticed your cat hunkering down and coughing, it may be a bad sign. The good news is that the vast majority of cats don't cough for the same reasons as dogs, which means it's highly unlikely that your cat has a heart problem. However, that doesn't mean that they're necessarily completely healthy, either.

Contagious Diseases To Watch Out For In Hunting Dogs
In many ways, hunting dogs are like any other dog. You care for them and they become part of your family. However, because they spend a lot of time in the woods, around wildlife, and out of your clear line of sight, hunting dogs are prone to various contagious diseases that you don't typically see in dogs who are solely pets. Here are some specific diseases to watch out for in your hunting dogs.