Vitamin C for Dogs
We all know that vitamin C is an important nutrient, especially for humans. But did you know that people are actually among the few species that cannot synthesize vitamin C on their own? Dogs’ bodies can make vitamin C to some extent, but since they also have to get some from food, some pets can […]
Vitamin D for Dogs
Vitamin D is a nutrient that is essential for both dogs and humans. It is extremely important for maintaining good calcium levels in both an animal’s blood and in their bones. Is there such a thing as too much vitamin D for dogs? Are vitamin D supplements really necessary? We’re answering these questions and several […]
Vitamin A for Dogs
Vitamin A is one of the nutrients your dog needs to remain healthy. This vitamin plays several different roles and is essential for both humans and animals. In today’s article, we’re looking at its functions, the daily recommended intake for dogs, if there are any natural food sources that it can be found in, and […]
Vitamins Dogs Need To Be Healthy
Everybody knows that vitamins and minerals are important for healthy development, whether that of animals or humans. Vitamin deficiencies are real and more common than you might think, so having a talk with your vet about what vitamins your dog needs can help prevent these issues. In today’s article, we’re looking at some of the […]
Minerals Dogs Need To Be Healthy
All mammals, whether dogs or other types of pets, need a number of minerals in their diets to remain healthy. In the absence of these nutrients, their bodies might not function properly, and they might even develop conditions that could be difficult to treat. In today’s article, we are looking at some of the most […]
Radiation Therapy for Dog Cancer
Nowadays, there are three main ways of treating cancer in both pets and humans: surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy. In today’s article, we’re looking at what radiation therapy is, what types there are, what kinds of cancer it can treat and is appropriate for, and what side effects can be expected from this type of treatment. […]
Can Cats Eat Mint
Mint is a widely used plant in both cooking and tea varieties. Many species of mint are safe for both people and pets. But can cats eat mint? That’s the question that we are answering in today’s article, so keep on reading! Is Is Safe to Give My Cat Mint? No. Unfortunately, most mint varieties […]
Chemotherapy for Dogs
There are three main ways of treating cancer in dogs: surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy. Depending on the type of tumor that a dog has developed, one or a combination of these treatments could be effective. In today’s article, we’re looking at the most important facts about canine chemotherapy, from how it is administered to […]
Periodontal Disease in Cats
Like any other pets, cats can suffer from a variety of dental conditions, including periodontal disease. Of course, some of the most common ones are plaque, tartar, and cavities, but periodontitis can also affect many cats, especially geriatric patients. In today’s article, we’re looking at how this condition is developed, its causes, its symptoms, and […]
Nasal Cancer in Cats
Nasal tumors are comparatively less common in cats than they are in dogs, but they still make up approximately 1% of all cancers that cats can develop. Usually, nasal cancer shows up along with sinus cancer, but it all depends on the specific type of neoplasm that the animal has developed. In today’s article, we’re […]
Peritoneal Cancer in Cats
Although peritoneal neoplasms are somewhat uncommon in cats compared to those that affect other organs, they can still happen on occasion. More often than not, they are metastases of a tumor that has first developed in another location. Primary tumors of the peritoneum in both cats and dogs are not frequently diagnosed in these species. […]
Osteosarcoma – Bone Cancer in Cats
Osteosarcoma is one of the most painful and dangerous tumors that can affect cats. Although the incidence of this type of cancer is lower than it is in dogs, it’s still heartbreaking since it can metastasize to different parts of a cat’s skeleton. In today’s article, we’re looking at several important facts about bone cancer […]
Chest Cancer in Cats
Even though tumors of the lungs and other parts of the respiratory system are relatively uncommon in cats as they are in dogs, they can sometimes still affect this species. To learn more about chest cancer, the types there are, the symptoms that a cat that has developed it can exhibit, and whether or not […]
Intestinal Cancer in Cats
Even though it might not be as common as other types of cancer in cats, intestinal neoplasms are dangerous as they are quite frequently malignant. Of course, there is the possibility of the cat having a benign tumor, in which case treatment with surgery can be successful. In today’s article, we are looking at some […]
Liver Cancer in Cats
Like many other animal species, cats are more and more predisposed to getting cancer, especially as they become older. While hepatic neoplasms are less common in cats than they are in dogs, they can still happen. In today’s article, we’re looking at everything you should know about liver cancer in cats — from its exact […]