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Cat Ringworm: Signs, Spread, Diagnosis, Treatment

How do you know if your cat has ringworm? Learn about the symptoms, how ringworm is passed, and ringworm treatments.
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headshot of a white cat with ringworm

Degenerative Myelopathy in Dogs: Signs, Stages, Treatment

Degenerative myelopathy in dogs is a disease that affects the spinal cord. Learn about degenerative myelopathy signs, stages, and potential treatments.
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White-and-brown dog posing with a cocked head next to an orange chair

How to Express a Cat's Bladder

If you're caring for an incontinent cat, you might need to learn how to express a cat bladder. Here are some tips and step-by-step instructions, though you should always ...
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a dilute calico cat, who is incontinent and needs her bladder expressed, sitting and looking up

FIV in Cats: Feline Immunodeficiency Virus FAQs

What is FIV in cats? Learn about the signs and symptoms, causes and transmission, diagnosis and treatment of feline immunodeficiency virus.
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tabby cat with FIV (feline immunodeficiency virus) sitting and looking up

Upper Respiratory Infection (URI) in Cats: Causes, Treatments

Upper respiratory infection (URI) in cats is common but can be tricky to treat. Learn about the potential causes and treatment options for cat URIs.
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Long-hair black kitten, who has a cat URI, lying on a blanket

Caring for an Incontinent Cat

Caring for an incontinent cat can be a rewarding experience, though it does take some knowledge and dedication. Learn more about cat incontinence.
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Lucy, an incontinent cat, lying next to a rainbow toy

Cat and Dog Parasites: Fleas, Ticks and Worms

Get information about dog and cat ectoparasites and internal parasites, including fleas, ticks, heartworms, and testing and treatment options.
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This poodle mix takes medication to prevent parasites, including heartworm.

How Often to Vaccinate Dogs and Cats

Learn about the different vaccines for dogs and cats, as well as how often you should vaccinate your dog or cat.
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black-and-white dog looking up and smiling

Cat Not Using Litter Box: Causes and Solutions

Cat not using the litter box? Learn reasons why a cat stopped using the litter box, including behavioral and medical causes, and how to solve them.
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White-and-black cat is sitting with his person. As a kitten, this cat wasn't using the litter box, but the problem has since been fixed.

Cat Hair Loss: Causes and Treatment

Cat hair loss has many causes: ringworm, parasites, allergies, excessive grooming. Learn more about why your cat has a bald spot and how to treat cat hair loss.
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Orange tabby, who is experiencing some cat hair loss, licking his paw

Rabbit Spay/Neuter: What to Know

Should male rabbits be neutered and female rabbits be spayed? Learn about spay/neuter for bunnies, including at what age rabbits should be spayed or neutered.
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several rabbits who have been spayed or neutered sitting with their faces cuddled together

Rabbit Health Check: Signs of a Healthy Bunny

Rabbit health check: Learn the signs of a healthy bunny to look for in your own pet rabbit.
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healthy black pet rabbit

A Guide to Potbellied Pigs as Pets

What is it like to have a pet pig? Here is a comprehensive guide for what to know if you're considering a potbellied pig as a pet.
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a person with their hand on their pet potbellied pig

Pet Dental Care

Pet dental care is an important component of overall pet health. Find out what causes dental disease, how to prevent it, and treatment options.
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Black shelter dog with crooked teeth. He has received pet dental care and has clean teeth.

Parrot Adoption: What to Expect

Parrot adoption is a big step. Here are considerations before adopting a bird, including parrot behavior, bird care, and adopting instead of buying.
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side-angle view of a green parrot who was available for adoption

Bought a Sick Pet Store Puppy? What to Do

Did you buy a sick puppy from a pet store? Here is what you can do, including how to file a complaint with a breed registry, contact the BBB, and more.
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The face of a light tan-and-white puppy

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