Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) can affect your cat’s digestion, appetite, and quality of life. It can also be challenging to diagnose. Today, our Knightdale vets explain more about IBD in cats, including symptoms, causes, treatments, and whether inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in cats is painful.
Diabetes in dogs is becoming more common. Today, our Knightdale veterinarians discuss some of the most common signs of diabetes in dogs, as well as what you should do if your dog exhibits diabetes symptoms.
Inflammatory bowel disease can affect your dog's entire gastrointestinal tract or just a portion of it. It can be difficult to diagnose as well. Our Knightdale veterinarians provide information on the symptoms and treatment of IBD in dogs, as well as foods that may help.
Kidney failure can be fatal to your cat's kidneys, related organs, and bodily functions. Today, our Knightdale veterinarians discuss the signs and symptoms of kidney failure in cats, as well as possible causes and treatment options.
There are a few things you can do at home to help your cat get back to normal as soon as possible after surgery. Our Knightdale veterinarians offer tips and advice on how to help your cat recover from surgery.
Spiders would rather hide from you and your pet than bite, but spider bites do occur on occasion. In some cases, the spider bites our Knightdale vets see on dogs cause serious symptoms that necessitate immediate medical attention; however, most spider bites on dogs cause minor irritation but are generally harmless. Learn more about spider bites on dogs in the sections below.
The best cat breed for your home will be determined by your lifestyle and personality, as well as the characteristics you find most appealing in a feline companion. Our Knightdale veterinarians recommend the following six breeds as house cats.
A dog's oral health has a direct impact on their overall health but sadly many of our canine companions don't get the dental healthcare they need to prevent oral health issues such as periodontal disease. Here, our Knightdale vets explain how periodontal disease in dogs can be treated and prevented.
Parvovirus is an extremely contagious, life-threatening condition that spreads among dogs or through contact with contaminated items including toys and bowls. Here, our Knightdale vets discuss the facts pet owners need to know about parvovirus in order to keep their canine companions in good health.
Because the activity is visually similar to kneading dough, The action cats frequently perform of pushing their paws against a soft object, such as a blanket or your lap is often called "cat kneading" or "making biscuits". Today, our Knightdale vets discuss cat kneading, why they do it, and if you should be concerned.
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