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Passing a hairball can be a very unpleasant experience for a cat.  In addition, cleaning up a hairball can be a putrid experience for a cat owner.  No one likes to deal with a hairball, but what is the difference between a hairball and regular vomit anyway? There are a few key distinguishing factors that…

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Cats provide companionship, a swift and merciless end to any stray bugs in the house, and endless entertainment when the laser pointer comes out. However, there’s likely only one thing that a cat owner would change if they could: hairballs. Those messy puddles of fur, spit, and who-knows-what that have an uncanny ability to position…

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What is Hypoglycemia? Hypoglycemia is a medical condition where the blood sugar levels of an animal is outside the normal range. In dogs, normal levels of blood glucose fall within the range of 80-120 mg/dl. As such, hypoglycemic conditions are defined as any value under 80 mg/dl. Below this point, it becomes increasingly difficult for…

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Almost every long-term cat owner has had the dubious honor of stepping on an unexpected hairball at some point, as well as witnessing dramatic vocalizations that produced it in the first place. Between feline “chatter”, yowling, hissing, purring, chirping, and sneezing, it’s not always easy to tell if a cat is having a breathing issue…

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Have you noticed your cat shaking his head more than usual? As a pet owner, it can be difficult to watch your pet experiencing something without being able to ask them how they feel. Instead, you’re left to wonder, “Why is my cat shaking his head?” If your cat has been displaying this odd behavior,…

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Believe it or not, animals are subject to low blood sugar just like humans.  In cats, low blood sugar is usually a symptom of a more serious ailment. Typically, there a chemical imbalance causes a cat to have low blood sugar.  This condition of having low blood sugar is also called hypoglycemia and can be…

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Cats are wonderful pet companions with a wide range of personalities, but they have one troubling thing in common: they’re predisposed to conceal potential health issues. This happens because if they allowed weaknesses to show in the wild – limping, slow reaction time, vocalizations of discomfort – they would be quickly targeted by larger predators.…

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Pleading adorably isn’t called “giving someone puppy eyes” for nothing: dogs have a way of wheedling extra love, time, walks, and yes – even treats – out of their pet parents with little more than a soulful look. While generously handing out treats to a canine companion can make him happy in the short term,…

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Dogs do a lot of strange things. While most behaviors are harmless, some may seem out of place and raise concern. Licking is one of those behaviors. While it can be normal for your furry friend to lick his paws, any excessive licking should always be examined a bit closer. You might notice your dog…

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Whether gazed upon with concern or envy, canines seem to be asleep for a good portion of the day. Adult humans average approximately 8 hours of sleep a night, so why do dogs seem to require more beauty rest than people do?  Different Breeds, Different Bed Times Breed determines everything from ideal diet and appetite…

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