Bad Breath in Dogs and Cats
What Is Halitosis? Halitosis, also called bad breath, is as an offensive odor emanating from the oral cavity. Bad breath is a common presenting pet odor complaint. Common causes may
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Breast Cancer Happens in Companion Animals
Print an 8.5″x11″ pdf of this poster. Everyone reading this is a mammal (unless you are a particularly sentient anemone, coelacanth or axolotl), and one of the things that pegs
Brachial Plexus Avulsion in Dogs and Cats
Brachial Plexus avulsion or brachial plexus injury can occur when an animal suffers an injury involving the front limbs or shoulders. Caused by trauma such as an automobile accident, a
Bladder Stones in Dogs and Cats
Bladder stones are solid mineral deposits that form inside the bladder of dogs and cats and are quite common. Stones start out as crystals that form in the urine. Crystals
Adopting a Shelter Dog
Deciding to add a new animal to your family is an exciting time! It can be very rewarding to choose to adopt a dog or puppy from an animal shelter
Alcohol Poisoning
Dogs and cats can get more than just drunk when they drink ethanol, isopropanol, or methanol — they can get a trip to the emergency room. Pets can die from
Alternative Diets for Dogs and Cats
You’ve spoken with your veterinarian and are thinking about personally making your pet’s meals. There are about as many diet options for your pet as there are for you, so
Abdominal Ultrasounds in Pets
An abdominal ultrasound (previously known as a sonogram) is a diagnostic tool for looking at the organs and structures inside your pet’s belly. It can see the liver, spleen, kidneys,
Abscess: First Aid
Animal teeth and claws easily puncture skin, introducing bacteria under the skin. If the skin heals quickly, the bacteria become trapped and create pockets of infection commonly referred to as
Anorexia, or Lack of Appetite, in Dogs and Cats
Appetite loss and appetite reduction are important factors in illness assessment, and they must be recognized and reported as soon as possible. Acceptance of favorite foods often determines if a