Ringworm in Dogs and Cats
What Kind of Infection is it? Many people are surprised to find that ringworm is not caused by a worm at all but by a fungus. The fungi involved are
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Retained Baby Teeth in Dogs and Cats Need Surgical Extraction
Puppies normally have 28 deciduous (baby) teeth that erupt during the first six months of life, and adults have 42 permanent teeth. Kittens have 26 baby teeth, and adult cats
Ringworm Environmental Decontamination: How to Clean Your Home When Your Pet Has Ringworm
Ringworm Environmental Decontamination: How to Clean Your Home When Your Pet Has Ringworm Dermatophytosis, commonly called ringworm, is a fungal infection of the fur and skin of dogs and cats. When
Rhinitis in Dogs and Cats
Rhinitis is inflammation of the mucous membranes in the nose. If the lining of the sinuses is inflamed, that is called sinusitis. If both the nose and sinuses are affected,
Rectal Prolapse in Dogs and Cats
Rectal prolapse occurs when the rectum, which is the last part of the intestines, gets turned inside out (everted), and sticks out of the anus. It looks like a red
Oral Joint Health Supplements #2
On the last program of Texas Vet News I talked about the large number of oral joint health supplements that are on the market for horses. Even though these products
Orphan Puppy & Kitten Care
The Nest Box Keep the babies together as long as they are about the same age; this will help socialize them to their own species and will help in keeping
Omega Three Fatty Acids for our Pets
Did you know that skin diseases account for as much as 25% of the cases seen by small animal veterinarians? Skin problems typically faced by pets and their owners include:
Obesity is Unhealthy in Dogs and Cats
Obesity has become an extremely important health problem in the Western world, not just for humans but for dogs and cats as well. Obesity in pets is associated with joint
Otitis Externa Treatment in Dogs and Cats
Otitis externa is an inflammation or infection of the external ear canal. Bacteria, yeast, ear mites, and allergies can all cause otitis externa. Addressing this problem involves four steps: NOTE: Only use