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As pet owners, we want to provide the best healthcare for our beloved pets. But sometimes, the fear of expensive care can prevent us from taking out pets to the veterinarian until they have a serious, and unavoidable need for...

Myth #1: Cats are resistant to developing heartworm disease because they have a strong immune response. Reality: Prevalence rates in cats are only up to 20% that of canine rates in the same endemic region. The national prevalence rate in...

My cat is getting older, and I want to be sure to take care of her the best I can. People eventually develop arthritis and pain as they age, and I understand the same thing happens in cats. How can...

What types of heart disease do cats get? Heart disease is a serious medical condition in dogs, cats and humans. Cats do not normally develop arteriosclerosis or coronary artery disease, which are both common diseases in humans. In general terms,...

My cat started having coughing spells. I thought she was trying to cough up a hairball. My veterinarian has diagnosed feline asthma and bronchitis. I didn’t know cats could have such a thing. Feline asthma affects a fair number of...

What is a disc, and what is its purpose? The spinal cord is one of the most important and sensitive organ systems in the body. If it is damaged, the nerve cells do not regenerate but are replaced with fibrous...