Lee Pickett
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Lee Pickett, VMD, practices companion animal medicine in North Carolina. Contact her at AskTheVet.pet. Copyright 2024 Lee Pickett, VMD. Distributed by Creators.com
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Mammary Tumors Common in Unsterilized Female Dogs
Mammary tumors have multiple causes, the most important of which is hormonal.
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Cats Resistant to Tetanus
Fortunately, cats—and, to a lesser degree, dogs—are remarkably resistant to tetanus.
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Secure Dog in Vehicle for Safety
Proper backseat restraint prevents the problem of your dog distracting you from safe driving.
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New Year’s Resolutions Help Pets Live Longer, Healthier Lives
Research shows that lean dogs live up to two years longer than those that are a bit overweight.
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Don’t Use Dog Flea Prevention on Cat
Because liver metabolism in cats and dogs differs so much, cats are exquisitely sensitive to permethrin and other pyrethroids.
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Hyperthyroidism Common in Older Cats
Feline hyperthyroidism affects more than 10 percent of cats older than 10 and is now the most common endocrine disease among cats.
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Healthy Lifestyle May Lessen Dog’s Cancer Risk
You can’t change your dog’s genetics, but there are things you can do to minimize the risk of cancer.
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Small Dogs Live Longer Than Large Dogs
Research has found that large dogs live about five to eight years, while small dogs average 10 to 14 years.
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Senior Cats Don’t Require Senior Cat Food
On pet food labels, the word “senior” is a marketing term, not a regulatory or clinical designation.
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Mammary Tumors Common in Unsterilized Female Dogs
Mammary tumors have multiple causes, the most important of which is hormonal.
|
Cats Resistant to Tetanus
Fortunately, cats—and, to a lesser degree, dogs—are remarkably resistant to tetanus.
|
Secure Dog in Vehicle for Safety
Proper backseat restraint prevents the problem of your dog distracting you from safe driving.
|
New Year’s Resolutions Help Pets Live Longer, Healthier Lives
Research shows that lean dogs live up to two years longer than those that are a bit overweight.
|
Don’t Use Dog Flea Prevention on Cat
Because liver metabolism in cats and dogs differs so much, cats are exquisitely sensitive to permethrin and other pyrethroids.
|
Hyperthyroidism Common in Older Cats
Feline hyperthyroidism affects more than 10 percent of cats older than 10 and is now the most common endocrine disease among cats.
|
Healthy Lifestyle May Lessen Dog’s Cancer Risk
You can’t change your dog’s genetics, but there are things you can do to minimize the risk of cancer.
|
Small Dogs Live Longer Than Large Dogs
Research has found that large dogs live about five to eight years, while small dogs average 10 to 14 years.
|
Senior Cats Don’t Require Senior Cat Food
On pet food labels, the word “senior” is a marketing term, not a regulatory or clinical designation.
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