The tests came back conclusive from your veterinarian that your kitty has a thyroid tumor. That's why your cat has been bouncing off the walls and eating everything like it was their last meal. Your cat is still young and healthy, so the doctor suggests radiation treatment to get rid of the tumor. While this is a definitive treatment for this type of tumor, there are some precautions to take after the treatment.
- If your dog has suddenly begun to suffer from itchy, inflamed patches on the skin, you may be concerned for their health and well-being. While the patches can be indicative of a serious issue, allergies may be the reason and they can be easily treated. Below is an overview of allergen symptoms in dogs, how you and your dog's vet can find the cause of the allergic reactions, and common treatment options.
- Do you have a dog that seems to act up whenever you have guests over? They may act out because they feel ignored or because they don't think you'll discipline them in front of other people. Regardless of the reasons, it's important that you gain control of the situation as soon as possible. Here are five tips that will help you put an end to your dogs' bad behavior. Time Out
- Feline herpes is a common disease among cats. It causes symptoms like sneezing, nasal discharge, red and itchy eyes, and lethargy. Though feline herpes is not usually fatal, it is not curable, either. Thus, it is important that new cat owners know how to prevent their cat from contracting this illness, and what to do if they expect their cat may have feline herpes. How Feline Herpes is Transmitted and Prevented
- Population control is not the only reason for spaying or neutering your cat. Their health,or possibly their lives, may depend on it. Learn more about the importance of a cat spay or neuter. How is spaying and neutering performed? Neutering a maile cat involves castration, the removal of the testes, and is less invasive than spaying a female cat, which involves surgery to remove the ovaries. Recovery from spaying or neutering is usually done at home, but some cats may be kept overnight if bleeding or other complications occur.