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Wellness - Page 10

How do I know if my cat has arthritis? - Tabby cat kitten looking at camera on a field

Wellness

How do I know if my cat has arthritis?

Arthritis in cats is very common, especially in senior cats. Signs can be subtle, so it’s important for cat owners to be able to recognize signs of joint pain.

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What to do if my puppy’s eyes suddenly get cloudy - Golden puppy runs along the beach during fog

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What to do if my puppy’s eyes suddenly get cloudy

Puppies can get cloudy eyes for many reasons. Talking to a vet is important to get an accurate diagnosis and proper treatment to avoid vision loss and eye damage.

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Can I treat my cat for worms without going to the vet? - A grey kitten scratching itself against an out-of-focus garden

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Can I treat my cat for worms without going to the vet?

When it comes to treating your cat for worms, it may seem convenient to take matters into your own hands. While you can get dewormers without visiting a vet, administering these without proper guidance can lead to ineffective treatment and may even harm your cat.

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How do I know if my dog has glaucoma? - A corgi against a blurred background squinting into sunlight

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How do I know if my dog has glaucoma?

Glaucoma is a serious condition in dogs that occurs when high intraocular pressure threatens the health of the eye. It is a very painful condition and an emergency.

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Will my dog’s stye go away on its own? - A close up of a beagle's face, with a blurred outside background

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Will my dog’s stye go away on its own?

Styes are bacterial infections of an oil gland on a dog’s eyelid. Some can go away on their own, while others require veterinary care.

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What to do if your dog has a white bump on their eyelid - A dog lying on its side in snow, rolling around or sleeping

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What to do if your dog has a white bump on their eyelid

Eyelid masses are very common in dogs and are usually benign tumors or cysts. However, testing is needed to know for sure and to determine how to treat them.

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How do I know if my dog has an eye infection? - A dog against a grassy background, squinting in the light

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How do I know if my dog has an eye infection?

Eye infections are common in dogs and can cause uncomfortable symptoms due to inflammation. Other eye conditions have similar symptoms, so it’s important to talk to a vet.

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The Vetster Editorial Team

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Why is my cat squinting? - A fuzzy cat winking outside against an out-of-focus hedge

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Why is my cat squinting?

Abnormal squinting in cats can be a sign of eye infection, injury, disease, or another eye issue. It’s important to seek veterinary care if your cat is squinting abnormally.

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What to do if your cat has conjunctivitis - Cat in a field of dandelions, looking up as if to sneeze

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What to do if your cat has conjunctivitis

Conjunctivitis in cats is very common and most often caused by contagious respiratory infections. Recognize the clinical signs in order to get appropriate care.

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The Vetster Editorial Team

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What it means if your dog has red or bloodshot eyes - A dog squinting in the sun, sitting in a field of flowers

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What it means if your dog has red or bloodshot eyes

Bloodshot or red eyes in dogs are common symptoms with many potential causes. It’s important to seek veterinary care as they can be signs of a serious health issue.

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The Vetster Editorial Team

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New Kitten Guide: A companion resource for your cat’s first year of life - A grey kitten walking outside in a field, looking towards the camera

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New Kitten Guide: A companion resource for your cat’s first year of life

Becoming a pet parent is a big responsibility, and if you’ve never owned a cat before – or even if you have and it’s been a while– you likely have many questions when it comes to ensuring your kitten feels happy, safe, and comfortable in their new space.

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How do I know if my cat has an eye infection? - A picture of a cat lying in out-of-focus grass, with striking green eyes

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How do I know if my cat has an eye infection?

Eye infections in cats are very common and often caused by bacterial infections or viral upper respiratory infections, or occur secondary to eye injuries.

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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.

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The Vetster Editorial Team

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Why is my dog giving me side eye? - An English bulldog giving side-eye

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Why is my dog giving me side eye?

The side eye facial expression is a comical look to dog owners but can be a body language cue that pet dogs are using.

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Why is my cat’s third eyelid showing? - An orange kitten in profile, stepping beneath a white fence

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Why is my cat’s third eyelid showing?

A raised third eyelid indicates a cat has a health issue that needs attention, even if there are no other symptoms. Many issues can lead to a raised third eyelid.

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