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Cats can benefit from specialized veterinary care with a feline veterinarian. We invite you to peruse the following pages, which detail conditions that often affect our feline friends, to learn more.

  • Preparing For Pet Dental Month
    Category: Newsletter Library, Keeping Pets Healthy

    Not sure if your pet needs a dental exam? These 10 reasons may help you make a decision.

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  • What to Do If Your Pet is Stung
    Category: Newsletter Library, Tips for Pet Owners

    Don't get us wrong, we love the bees! But we don't love when our pets get stung. Follow our tips to treat and prevent bee stings on your furry best friend.

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  • Why the Controversy About Pet Vaccinations?
    Category: Newsletter Library, Visiting the Vet

    As with anything, pet vaccinations can be too much of a good thing. Similar to parents who are learning more about vaccinations for children, veterinarians and pet owners alike are beginning to question some of the standard wisdom when it comes to protecting pets. There are certain fatal diseases against

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  • Introducing a New Pet to Your Current Ones
    Category: Newsletter Library, Tips for Pet Owners

    Are you considering adding another furry companion to your family? If so, have you thought about how your new pet will interact with your current ones? Introducing a new pet into the family is always exciting, but it’s important to make sure that the pets you already have are prepared for the new addition.

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  • Is Your Cat's Personality Influenced by Coat Color?
    Category: Newsletter Library, Behavior & Training, Newsletter Library, Cats

    Are orange cats friendlier than black ones? Coat color may play a role in personality.

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  • Is a Cat Enclosure Right for Your Cat?
    Category: Newsletter Library, Cats

    A cat enclosure offers the perfect way for your favorite feline to enjoy a little outdoor time without being subjected to the dangers of the real world. Before you make the decision about adding an enclosure to your property, consider these facts. Free Access to the Outdoors Can Decrease a Cat's Lifespan Free

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  • Diabetes in Cats: Prevention and Treatment
    Category: Newsletter Library, Cats

    Diabetes in cats, also known as feline diabetes mellitus, is an increasingly common disease affecting 1 out of every 400 cats. Obesity is the leading risk factor for diabetes. "Overweight or obese cats are two to four times more likely to develop diabetes than cats with a healthy body weight," says board-certified

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  • Cat Backpacks: The New Trend in Feline Transportation
    Category: Newsletter Library, Cats

    Wearing your cat is all the rage these days. Find out why more cat lovers are making the switch to cat backpacks.

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  • Should You Declaw Your Cat?
    Category: Newsletter Library, Cats

    Do you know what really happens when cats are declawed?

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  • Can My Dog Give Me a Blood Infection?
    Category: Newsletter Library, Tips for Pet Owners

    Can a few affectionate licks from your dog make you sick?

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  • Homemade vs. Store Bought Pet Food
    Category: Newsletter Library, Nutrition & Food

    Not sure if homemade or store-bought food is best for your pet? Consider these important factors.

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  • Pet Health Insurance
    Category: Newsletter Library, Visiting the Vet

    Worried about paying for veterinary care? Pet health insurance can help cover your costs.

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  • Nail Trimming Do's and Don'ts
    Category: Newsletter Library, Tips for Pet Owners

    Is pet nail trimming a hectic experience at your house? These tips can make the process a little easier.

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  • The Benefits of Pet Massage
    Category: Newsletter Library, Keeping Pets Healthy

    Want to ease your pet's aches and pains? Try massage!

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  • Small Dog Health Problems
    Category: Newsletter Library, Keeping Pets Healthy

    Do you know which health problems are most likely to affect your small dog?

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  • Pet Blood Donors: Helping Other Animals in Need
    Category: Newsletter Library, Keeping Pets Healthy

    Could a selfless act by your pet save another animal's life?

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