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Is your dog’s spring shedding normal? - A dog sitting over fall leaves, with their parent showing shed fur coming off with a brush.

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Is your dog’s spring shedding normal?

Many dogs shed excessively in the spring. It’s important for dog owners to recognize the difference between normal shedding and abnormal hair loss.

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What to do if your dog has ringworm - A beagle puppy scratching itself while sitting in grass

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What to do if your dog has ringworm

Ringworm is a common skin condition in dogs that can take a long time to treat. It’s important for pet owners to get a diagnosis and treatment plan from a vet.

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Is your dog’s itchy skin a sign of allergies? - Picture of a Shibu dog scratching itself, while sitting on grass.

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Is your dog’s itchy skin a sign of allergies?

Allergies in dogs are common and usually result in itchy skin. Environmental allergies and food allergies can affect dogs and require long-term treatment.

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Is your cat’s seasonal shedding normal? - Orange cat walking through snow, covered in a loose smattering of snowflakes that represents dandruff.

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Is your cat’s seasonal shedding normal?

Excessive shedding in the spring is common for cats. Shedding is needed for a healthy coat, but some medical conditions can lead to abnormal hair loss.

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What causes skin color changes in dogs? - A black and white English Setter sleeping on a couch

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What causes skin color changes in dogs?

Dogs have a wide variety of normal skin colors, and it may even be normal for their skin tone to change over time. However, some skin color changes in dogs point to an underlying issue that needs to be addressed by a vet.

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Skin tags or cancer? How to differentiate in cats - A gray cat lying on the floor

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Skin tags or cancer? How to differentiate in cats

Abnormal skin growths are common in cats and can look like everyday skin tags frequently seen on people. However, skin tags are far less common in cats than many other types of growths and lumps, some of which can be cancerous.

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Is your cat’s itchy skin a sign of allergies? - An orange cat itching at their ear

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Is your cat’s itchy skin a sign of allergies?

Allergies can be uncomfortable for cats as they experience itching, skin issues, and digestive problems. It’s important for cat owners to address these symptoms with a veterinarian to determine the underlying cause and help their cat get relief...

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What to do if your cat has dandruff or dry skin - A cat sitting on the floor itching their side

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What to do if your cat has dandruff or dry skin

Dry skin and dandruff are often overlooked by pet parents as these concerns are rarely of great concern in human health. In fact, flaky skin and dandruff are often signs of an underlying medical concern in cats. Even mild dandruff or flakes in the fur might warrant a review with a veterinarian.

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What to do if your dog has dandruff or dry skin - Picture of a smiling dog in a snowfall

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What to do if your dog has dandruff or dry skin

Dandruff and dry skin in dogs can be difficult to treat because there are so many potential causes. If you’re concerned about your dog’s dry, flaky skin, read on to learn:

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How to prevent dry, flaky skin in dogs - A dog lying on someone's lap while being brushed

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How to prevent dry, flaky skin in dogs

Dry skin and dandruff in dogs are usually caused by an underlying medical problem. Many of these issues can be prevented or treated, promoting a healthy coat and skin...

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The Vetster Editorial Team

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How to prevent dry, flaky skin in cats - A long-haired cat being groomed with a brush

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How to prevent dry, flaky skin in cats

Dry, flaky, or irritated skin is a common symptom of many medical conditions in cats. Skin conditions can be difficult to diagnose, so prevention of the most common causes is the best strategy to avoid extensive veterinary intervention...

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Is my dog’s lump a skin tag or cancer? How to tell the difference - Picture of a dog sitting near grass, scratching its head.

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Is my dog’s lump a skin tag or cancer? How to tell the difference

Skin tags are common benign growths that are often ignored by owners. However, skin cancers can be mistaken for skin tags. Learn how to tell the difference.

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What to do if your cat has a ringworm infection - A black and gray cat sits on a table and scratches at their chin

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What to do if your cat has a ringworm infection

Skin infections are never something cat owners want to think about, especially when they can spread to the other humans in the household. Ringworm is a common fungal infection that affects the skin and can be difficult to treat thoroughly...

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The Vetster Editorial Team

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The ultimate guide for road trips and flying with your cat - An orange cat sits in an open suitcase filled with clothes

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The ultimate guide for road trips and flying with your cat

Traveling with cats can be stressful and requires extra planning. Taking extra time to plan your vacation or long-distance move with your cat will prevent unneeded stress. Obtaining the right paperwork can be a lengthy process, and cats often need time to properly get used to their carrier and a moving vehicle...

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Everything you need to know to handle your dog's constipation - Picture of a dog straining to poop in front of a brick wall.

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Everything you need to know to handle your dog's constipation

Constipation in dogs is uncommon but unpleasant and can be dangerous when left untreated. Causes of constipation vary widely, but it can sometimes be prevented.

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