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Mar 15, 202210 min read

Common Pet Poisons

Our companion animals can be poisoned by swallowing solids or liquids, breathing in toxic gases, or absorbing liquid toxins through their...

Feb 1, 20223 min read

What is periodontal disease?

The periodontium is the structure that surrounds and supports the tooth. It comprises the periodontal ligament - which holds the tooth...

Nov 28, 20218 min read

Mites in Cats, Dogs, etc (Mange, Acariasis, Scabies, Demodicosis)

Mange (demodicosis) refers to an inflammatory, parasitic skin condition of animals that is caused by increased numbers of microscopic...

Nov 14, 20216 min read

Why laboratory tests before the treatment of your pet?

Laboratory tests are importantly used by veterinary doctors to assist in the diagnosis of diseases in sick animals. Progressively,...

Oct 17, 20216 min read

Can Diseases Be Transmitted from Pets to Humans: Zoonosis?

Introduction & Overview Zoonotic diseases (also known as zoonoses) are diseases that are caused by germs that spread between animals and...

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