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Bladder issues are as uncomfortable for your pet as they are for you. Help prevent infections and manage urinary conditions by browsing the latest vet-approved info on urinary health in pets.
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Signs and treatment of urinary tract infections in kittens - Gray kitten goes along the edge of a wooden board against the background of a garden pond
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Signs and treatment of urinary tract infections in kittens

Urinary tract infections are rare in otherwise healthy kittens. Similar symptoms occur with more common urinary tract issues, including some that are emergencies.

· 13 min read
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UTIs in puppies: how to recognize signs and what to do next

Urinary tract infections in puppies can be painful and mimic other health issues. It’s important to talk to a vet for an accurate diagnosis and effective treatment.

· 10 min read
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Urinary incontinence in dogs: Signs and treatment options

Urinary incontinence in dogs is a common symptom with many causes. To treat urine leakage, an accurate diagnosis is needed from a veterinarian.

· 10 min read
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Kidney stones in dogs and cats: what owners need to know

Most kidney stones in dogs and cats are asymptomatic and don’t need treatment. However, some stones can cause kidney damage and lead to infections.

· 10 min read
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How to detect and treat bladder stones in cats

Bladder stones are common in cats and may cause painful symptoms. Emergency urinary obstructions can develop, so vet attention is needed.

· 11 min read
What are the signs of bladder stones in dogs? - A dog running out of the water with a ball onto a pebble beach
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What are the signs of bladder stones in dogs?

Bladder stones in dogs are common and often occur alongside a urinary tract infection. Some stones may not need treatment but must be diagnosed by a vet.

· 11 min read
Does my puppy have urinary incontinence? - A mastiff puppy drinking water from a fountain
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Does my puppy have urinary incontinence?

Urinary incontinence in puppies is most commonly caused by anatomic abnormalities or a urinary tract infection. House soiling is more common than true incontinence.

· 10 min read
What to do if your dog is peeing blood - Picture of a happy looking little dog jumping in a field
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What to do if your dog is peeing blood

Bloody-looking urine in dogs is a common symptom that can be caused by many health issues. It’s important to seek vet care for a proper diagnosis and treatment.

· 11 min read
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What to do if your cat is peeing blood

Bloody urine in cats can be a sign of an emergency, but the symptom can also be caused by minor conditions. Talk to a vet right away for treatment.

· 9 min read
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A pet owner’s guide to urinary tract infections in dogs

Urinary tract infections are common in dogs and can vary in severity. UTIs require veterinary care for an accurate diagnosis and successful treatment.

· 15 min read
Kidney failure in cats: Types, symptoms, and treatment - Sleepy white cat outside
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Kidney failure in cats: Types, symptoms, and treatment

Acute and chronic kidney disease in cats can be severely life-threatening and can impact your cat’s overall quality of life. Learn to recognize the signs.

· 11 min read
Chronic kidney failure in dogs: Common signs and treatment - Picture of an emaciated dog outside
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Chronic kidney failure in dogs: Common signs and treatment

Chronic kidney failure in dogs is a common and fatal condition. It’s important for dog owners to recognize the signs of renal failure and get a vet’s help.

· 11 min read
A cat owner’s guide to feline urinary tract infections - An orange cat sitting in a litter box
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A cat owner’s guide to feline urinary tract infections

It’s crucial to accurately diagnose the underlying cause of your cat’s urinary symptoms to create an effective treatment plan. Some urinary conditions are emergencies, so it’s always best to seek veterinary advice when you notice urinary symptoms in your cat.

· 17 min read
Infectious diseases and vaccines for your dog - a dog being vaccinated by a vet
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Infectious diseases and vaccines for your dog

It is important for pet parents to discuss the right vaccination schedule for their dogs with a veterinarian. The vaccination schedule, required vaccines, and frequency of vaccination varies for every dog...

· 16 min read
Top reasons to spay or neuter your dog - beagle looking up at you
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Top reasons to spay or neuter your dog

There are many benefits for pet owners and their dogs when they choose to spay or neuter. Altering dogs helps prevent certain medical conditions and animal overpopulation, and can even curb some unwanted behaviors caused by reproductive hormones...

· 10 min read
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Pee-free zone: how to stop your dog from peeing in the house

Adopting a pooch as a Christmas present? They’re a gift that will keep on giving, until they learn better. Getting a dog to stop peeing in the house can be frustrating. In fact, it can be a full-time job. You need to keep a sharp eye on Fido, always on the lookout for signs and triggers.

· 9 min read
How do house cats get diseases when they live indoors? - Black and White Cat sitting on the edge of a table
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How do house cats get diseases when they live indoors?

Learn how house cats get sick from diseases even when they stay inside all of the time. Plus, what you should do if your cat is showing signs or symptoms of a disease.

· 9 min read
The downlow on spaying and neutering your pets - Vetster
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The downlow on spaying and neutering your pets

Spaying and neutering your pets helps keep new animals from entering shelters, it also helps reduce disease and eliminates some troublesome behaviors like territory marking.

· 5 min read
Why you should spay or neuter your cat - playful cat rolling over
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Why you should spay or neuter your cat

Sexual alteration, also known as spay or neuter surgeries, are the most common surgical procedures performed on pet cats. However, many cat owners have questions about sterilization surgeries...

· 10 min read