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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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Treatment for hip dysplasia in cats - A tabby walking along a road

Wellness

Treatment for hip dysplasia in cats

Hip dysplasia is uncommon in cats but can lead to the degradation of the hip joint, resulting in painful arthritis that affects quality of life.

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The Vetster Editorial Team

12 min read

Why can’t my dog stand up? - A large dog lying in grass

Wellness

Why can’t my dog stand up?

A sudden inability to stand normally in dogs is usually considered an emergency. There are many potential causes ranging in severity and requiring different treatment.

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The Vetster Editorial Team

14 min read

How to tell if your kitten or puppy is blind - A small Weimaraner puppy plays with a little orange kitten

Wellness

How to tell if your kitten or puppy is blind

Blindness in puppies and kittens is abnormal but can occur due to a variety of conditions. Learn to recognize vision problems in puppies and kittens.

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The Vetster Editorial Team

11 min read

How to detect and treat eye infections in puppies - Portrait of a cute puppy with puppy eyes

Wellness

How to detect and treat eye infections in puppies

Eye infections in puppies are commonly caused by systemic viral infections that require treatment. It’s important to seek help when a puppy has eye symptoms.

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The Vetster Editorial Team

10 min read

Why is my dog having trouble standing and walking all of a sudden? - Large puppy dog stretched out on grass panting with open mouth and long tongue.

Wellness

Why is my dog having trouble standing and walking all of a sudden?

Sudden difficulty walking, and weakness or paralysis of a dog’s hind legs are serious symptoms that can indicate an emergency. Prompt vet attention is needed.

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The Vetster Editorial Team

14 min read

Guide to treating eye infections in kittens - A street kitten squints at the camera

Wellness

Guide to treating eye infections in kittens

Kitten eye infections are common and require effective treatment from a vet to avoid misdiagnosis and improper treatment at home.

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The Vetster Editorial Team

11 min read

Hip dysplasia surgery in dogs: Costs and postoperative care - A six-year-old husky, lying in a garden.

Wellness

Hip dysplasia surgery in dogs: Costs and postoperative care

Hip dysplasia in dogs cannot be fixed without surgery. Surgical options and their costs vary based on the individual dog, geographic location, and clinic. Talk to a vet directly to learn more about the costs and options for your dog’s surgery.

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The Vetster Editorial Team

13 min read

How to care for a dog with a heart murmur - A dog lies in the grass, watching the camera

Wellness

How to care for a dog with a heart murmur

Heart murmurs in dogs are common and can be caused by many issues. Monitoring clinical signs at home and working with a vet is the best way to care for them.

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The Vetster Editorial Team

13 min read

Why is my cat having trouble jumping up to high places? - Playful stray cat is jumping on the street.

Wellness

Why is my cat having trouble jumping up to high places?

The ability to jump can be affected when a cat has arthritis or another underlying health issue. Signs can be subtle and are often minor changes in behavior.

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The Vetster Editorial Team

10 min read

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