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8 Signs There Might Be Something Wrong With Your Cat

When it comes to pets, we all want what’s best for them. Sometimes it’s just hard to know when something is wrong with your pet. We sometimes see the signs, but we might be ignorant of what they all mean. Cats are secretive animals, so it might prove much harder to know when they are sick or in pain. If you own a cat that displays any of these signs, you probably need to see your veterinarian.

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Why Your Rabbit Cannot Live on Just Carrots and Lettuce

When we picture a cute little bunny, images of them gnawing on a big orange carrot often come to mind. While it is largely assumed that rabbits need only carrots and lettuce to survive, this simply isn’t true.

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Beyond the Veterinary Clinic: Caring for a Dog with Cancer

Our veterinary clinic will be your closest ally in the battle against cancer if your dog has been diagnosed. But you are still your dog’s primary caregiver, so you need to be armed with the knowledge on how you can help with managing and treating their condition.

Here are some essential and practical tips that can help give you a clear picture of what it takes to care for a dog diagnosed with, undergoing treatment for, and recovering from cancer.

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How to Spot Over Grooming in Cats

Most cats are meticulous groomers who spend a lot of their time licking and making sure their fur is clean. While this is typical cat behavior, when it is taken too far there may be cause for concern. Excessive grooming is something that can signify a problem with your cat’s health, which is why it is important to be aware of the signs and what you can do about it. Licking, scratching, and chewing behaviors are common amongst cats, but when these behaviors become compulsive, you may want to make an appointment with your vet.

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Sykesville Vet Tips: Pet Health Hazards During Winter

Winter is always a busy season for us veterinarians. There are a number of threats that can put the health and safety of your dearest pet at risk during this time of year. Here are some top tips from our Sykesville vet staff on how you can keep your pet safe from those wintry threats.

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6 Scientific Facts You Live Longer If You’re a Pet Owner

Statistical research indicates that in the U.S. alone there are 97.3 million pets (cats and dogs combined). In other words, 65% of the American population has at least one pet in their household. If we add number of pet owners from the rest of the world…well, you get the idea. When you think about this, it’s no surprise that scientists wanted to check if owning a pet was good for our health. Not only have they discovered it’s good, but also they found having an animal is one of the keys to a longer life.

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Cat Health Benefits from Raising Your Kitty Indoors

An indoor life offers many cat health and safety benefits, especially in today’s concrete jungles. Unaccompanied cats face all kinds of dangers when they venture outdoors.

Still not sure indoor living is the best fit for your cat? Here are the pros of keeping them in.

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Why You Should NOT Give Pets as Surprise Holiday Gifts

We’ve seen it time and time again in the movies – giving a pet as a surprise gift for Christmas. While this may be an “aww” moment on film, this is a big no-no in real life.

There are many, many reasons why you should never give a pet as a surprise holiday gift, some of which we will go over here shortly. Before we dive into that, we want to point out that taking on the responsibility of a pet is a major decision that should not be taken lightly. If you are thinking about adopt a pet, it is important that you sit down with your Sykesville vet and discuss what you are looking for, as well as what some of the responsibilities that come along with pet ownership are. Please do not give a pet as a gift this holiday season to get in someone else’s good graces, make your kids happy, or any other reason.

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How to Keep Your Dog Out of the Pet Hospital During the Holidays

The pet hospital is the last place you want to visit during the holidays. Considering the season’s festive décor and scrumptious feasts though, dogs tend to grow more curious and enterprising this time of the year and may often find themselves in situations that put their safety and health at risk.

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