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Although lungworm disease occurs in both dogs and cats, different types of small roundworms are responsible. They both belong to a family of relatively small roundworms known as…
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Most male animals that are kept for companionship, work, or food production (horses, dogs, cats, bulls and boars) are neutered unless they are intended to be used as breeding stock. This is a…
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These notes are provided to help you understand the diagnosis or possible diagnosis of cancer in your pet. For general information on cancer in pets ask for our handout 'What is cancer'.
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These notes are provided to help you understand the diagnosis or possible diagnosis of cancer in your pet. For general information on cancer in pets ask for our handout "What is…
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Medicine may come in the following formulations: Tablets Capsules - powder contained within a dissolvable container Powder Syrups Injections (insulin only) Enemas/suppositories Your vet will…
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Methoprene is classified as an insect growth regulator. It does not kill adult fleas. Your veterinary surgeon has prescribed this medication for the control of the fleas. If your cat already…
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Some cats seem to take house moves in their stride, but for others the loss of their familiar territory can be very traumatic and settling in can pose problems for owners and cats alike. Cats…
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N-acetylcysteine (NAC) is a chemically modified form of the dietary amino acid cysteine. Cysteine and NAC contain sulphur, which is key to protecting the body from damage by oxidation. Other…
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Polyps are a form of growth. However they are benign and not growths of the cancerous type that tend to spread. The nasopharyngeal form of polyps arise in the middle ear, the compartment just…
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Neutering, or castration, offers a number of advantages, especially if performed at an early age (6-9 months). Following puberty, at approximately 8-9 months old, the male cat develops a…
