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The Vetster Pet Connection is a curated collection of pet lifestyle articles, company blog posts, industry opinions and expert research.

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Flea & Tick Treatment Using Virtual Care

Whether you are providing virtual care appointments to your existing clients or using our platform to connect with clients across your region, Vetster is ideally suited to help you keep their pets flea and tick free.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Apr 6, 2023

6 min read

Wellness

Feline nutrition tips for cat owners

Cats can be finicky eaters, but as a pet owner, it’s important for you to provide adequate nutrients, hydration, and calories every day to help your cat live a healthier life. Individual nutritional requirements may vary, but overall, cats generally have the same nutritional needs which are all provided through most commercial cat foods...

The Vetster Editorial Team

Apr 5, 2023

12 min read

Wellness

Moving guide for pet owners: How to move with pets

Moving is already complicated, and taking the comfort and safety of your pets into account as part of the process can make the task even more daunting. The good news is with a little bit of proactive planning, you can ensure your pet stays as comfortable as possible every step of the way...

The Vetster Editorial Team

Apr 4, 2023

16 min read

Wellness

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...

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 31, 2023

10 min read

Wellness

How to protect your dog from heartworm disease

Heartworm disease is a serious and potentially fatal disease for dogs who contract it. It’s important for dog owners to understand what causes the disease, how to prevent it, and how it is treated by a veterinarian...

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 31, 2023

12 min read

Wellness

Preventative wellness tips for your cat

There are many ways you can improve your cat’s physical and mental state. Annual veterinary exams, staying up to date on vaccines, preventing parasites, and feeding a nutritious diet all go a long way in helping your cat live a long and healthy life.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 28, 2023

17 min read

Wellness

8 nutrition tips for your dog

Choosing the right food for your dog can be overwhelming, especially with so many choices available. You may have questions about pet nutrition and what food your canine companion should eat...

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 27, 2023

11 min read

Blog · For vets

Providing a great virtual care experience

One of the amazing benefits of virtual care is the time you can spend with a pet owner to not only address their concerns, but provide added coaching to help them take care of their pet.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 23, 2023

4 min read

Wellness

How to take care of your horse’s teeth

As horses age, their teeth continue growing to replace the tooth material worn away by chewing. In some cases, the combination of continued growth and wear and tear results in an unusual tooth shape. As horse owners, we need to be aware of the implications of this cycle...

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 22, 2023

15 min read

Wellness

How to prevent and manage obesity in cats

Obesity in cats is a growing concern for pet owners around the world. Many pet owners are under the assumption that a fat cat is a sign of happiness. In reality, an overweight cat is likely to develop life-threatening health conditions...

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 22, 2023

12 min read

Wellness

How to prevent and manage obesity in dogs

Obesity in pet dogs has been labeled an epidemic around the world. An overweight dog has a much higher risk of developing serious medical issues and complications...

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 22, 2023

13 min read

Blog · For vets

Virtual care: telehealth, telemedicine, teletriage and general advice

Thanks to advancing technology like Vetster, the way veterinary professionals can provide virtual care is expanding.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 22, 2023

5 min read

Wellness

Poisonous plants and common toxicoses in horses

There are vaccinations that prevent communicable diseases in horses, but there is little you can do to prevent poisoning in horses except for environmental management. It’s important as a horse owner to be able to identify and remove toxic plants, fungi, mold, and minerals from your horse’s environment.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 7, 2023

23 min read

Wellness

Vaccinations for horses and disease prevention

Horses can be vaccinated for many different diseases. However, most horses do not need every single vaccination available, while others are more at risk for certain diseases.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 6, 2023

19 min read

Wellness

Horse health checklist: What is your horse's normal?

As a horse owner, it is important to understand the normal signs of a healthy horse, as well as what to look out for in order to maintain a horse’s overall health. Knowing what is normal and abnormal will help you provide the right equine care and know when you need to call in reinforcements...

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 2, 2023

9 min read

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