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Can Your Pet Get the Flu? What You Need to Know About CIV
The recent outbreak of canine influenza virus (CIV) in the Midwestern region of the United States has affected more than 1,000 dogs. Should you be worried?
Four Fixes for Feline Behavior Issues
Would you know if your cat was stressed?
Is It Possible To Train Your Cat?
West Towne Veterinary Center is proud to be a Cat Friendly Practice! We have your back for all things feline, including any behavioral issues they may have. In this article, we will explore the
6 Reasons Why It's Hard for Veterinarians to Talk About Overweight Pets
By Dr. Ken Lambrecht for PetMD
Cats in Carriers: What's Going Through Your Cat's Head?
By Dr. Ken Lambrecht for PetMD
Cat's Night Out
Click on the tabs below to read more about several of the most common diseases affecting cats.
Traveling With Your Cat
One of the challenges many cat owners face is getting their cat to the vet clinic – we know that regular vet care is important for our feline friends, but actually bringing our cats to the clinic can
Top 12 Reasons to Spay or Neuter
-Bob Barker
Bad Pet Breath? 10 Important Things You Need To Know...
Does your fido or fluffy have bad breath? That offensive odor could signify serious health risks for you beloved companion. February is National Pet Dental Month; which is a good time to paws &
Get the Scoop: What Your Pet's Poop is Telling You
We know it can be an icky subject to talk about- but there is a lot about your pet’s stool that can be an indicator of their health. Not only is it important to monitor what goes into their body, but
What To Expect When Your Kitty Becomes a Senior Cat
Article from PetMD.
Evidence-Based Supplements
Although there are many other supplements on the market to add to your pet’s daily diet (including vitamins, enzymes, botanicals, herbs), only fish oils, joint supplements and probiotics have
3 Ways To Make Your Cat's Vet Visit Less Stressful
It’s no secret: Most cats do not enjoy being taken from their comfortable environment, placed in a carrier, and hauled off to the veterinarian, where strangers poke and prod them, dogs want to sniff
Top This! 5 Healthy Dog Food Toppers
Not everyone has time to cook meals for their dog, but with a little effort, you could try adding some healthy toppers to their dry food that you already give them! Here are the top 5 foods we
Preventing Heat Stroke In Dogs And Cats
From our training in veterinary school, every veterinarian recognizes that all breeds have specific predilections towards certain illnesses. However, all breeds and species are susceptible to heat
Fish Oil Supplements
Fish oils have better evidence in human and pet literature than practically all other supplements combined. These claims have been substantiated by good studies and put them in the lead of the
The lengthy, unpleasant reality of heartworm treatment
Heartworm disease is caused when an infected mosquito bites a dog or cat. Unfortunately, there are no heartworm treatments approved for cats, so palliative care is usually the only option.
Why Cats Don't Get the Care They Need (and Deserve)
By Dr. Ken Lambrecht for PetMD
A Pet's Guide To Weight Loss
Obesity is an accumulation of excessive energy stored by adipose (fatty) tissue sufficient enough to contribute to disease. It is the most common form of malnutrition in our companion animals and it