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The Vetster Editorial Team

The Vetster Editorial Team is comprised of seasoned writers and communicators dedicated to elevating stories about Vetster, pets and their owners.

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

Wellness

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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The Vetster Editorial Team

10 min read

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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The Vetster Editorial Team

11 min read

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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The Vetster Editorial Team

14 min read

Vet Spotlight: Dr. Jo Myers is passionate about educating veterinary professionals in the realm of virtual care. - Vetster

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Vet Spotlight: Dr. Jo Myers is passionate about educating veterinary professionals in the realm of virtual care.

Meet Dr. Jo Myers, who lives in the High Rockies of Colorado with her dog Trio. Not only has she been a star and exemplary Vetster user for the past year and a half, but she has been a valuable veterinary advisor to our company.

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The Vetster Editorial Team

8 min read

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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The Vetster Editorial Team

14 min read

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

12 min read

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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The Vetster Editorial Team

11 min read

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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The Vetster Editorial Team

9 min read

Vet Spotlight: Dr. Banks: Telehealth is the wave of the future - Vetster

Blog · For vets

Vet Spotlight: Dr. Banks: Telehealth is the wave of the future

Meet Dr. Banks, a multi-state licensed veterinarian who owns a small animal practice in Houston, Texas that focuses on internal medicine, geriatric health care, soft tissue surgery, and preventative care for dogs and cats.

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The Vetster Editorial Team

6 min read

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