There is a kind of cough that develops with dogs as an early warning system that there is another medical problem brewing.

Strangely enough, this cough has been dubbed as a “kennel cough” which is just a general terminology that covers multiple health issues that would induce dog’s to cough.

If your dog does develop a cough, it is time to see your vet. This is not something you should postpone as again, a cough is just a sign of another medical problem that could get worse if you procrastinate.

Once you know for sure what is happening to your dog’s health, your vet will describe to you different ways to treat the issue and provide options for your consideration. Interested to know more? This site for the veterinarian Marietta can help you out.

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If you have noticed that your cat cringes in pain and is very adamant about you not touching its underbelly below its ribcage, then your cat may have a hernia.

Anytime your cat expresses dislike or uncomfortable behaviour when and where you touch it, which could be any type of internal problem.

If your cat’s belly button (located just below its rib cage) is protruding in an unnatural manner or bulging, then there is most likely a hernia that has developed.

Your cat does need immediate medical attention, as the protruding belly button is just an outward sign that the lining of the abdomen or the fat or even a portion of the abdomen organ is actually what has the hernia, and its belly button is just the visual indicator. Read more on this at this website of the vet Marietta.

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Your dog is really an amazing creature that is bound and determined to not only be your loyal companion, but to be by your side when you are……emotional.

Your dog does not understand emotions, it just knows that you react a certain way when it senses different little “signals” from you…body language, tone of voice and hand gestures.

Crying seems to confuse dogs, but nonetheless, they are sympathetic because it does detect the sadness and this is not something it sees all the time.

And you, should recognize that your dog is really trying to understand what makes you tick, so your outbursts of emotions (when not directed at your dog) is like another language to your dog and it is determined to learn it. Use this link and travel to the website of the vet Smyrna.

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You will probably find a lump on your cat accidentally. This usually happens when you are petting it or brushing it. A lump can develop anywhere on your cat’s body, including its tail. Now, not all lumps are automatically cancerous. There are other medical conditions that can develop lumps that are benign.

The critical info you need if you find a lump on your cat is this: What is it?

You need to know what is wrong with your cat as soon as possible because whatever caused that lump is serious enough to justify an emergency visit to your vet for answers. Head to this website for the veterinary clinic Greys Harbor County in order to find out more.

Bites and scratches to your cat’s body and the slight trauma that your cat may experience from the injuries or open wounds is going to need very quick medical attention from a veterinarian.

Cat bites, because their teeth are very small but long and sharp, go deeply into the skin and strangely begin to heal at a rapid pace, so cleaning is an immediate necessity to avoid infection.

Scratches from dirty claws will also become infected, so there should be no hesitation on your part to get your cat to the emergency department at your local animal hospital.

Do not attempt to clean any of the wounds at your home, there are sterilization fluids at the hospital that you should be rushing to with your cat.

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There is protein to be had in eating bugs and your cat somehow knows it is okay to eat them. You may see your cat put a bug in its mouth, spit it back out, and put it back in its mouth again. Your cat does this because it prefers dead but fresh prey. If it’s still alive and kicking, spit it back out.

There is no harm to your cat if it likes to eat bugs. Your cat is not fussy either. It will eat spiders, ants, caterpillars, flies, or even butterflies or moths. A benefit to a bug-eating cat is you will not have to use the fly swatter as often and your home will be a bit more insect-free. For more knowledge, feel free to go to this website for the veterinary clinic Grays Harbor County.

When you think about what makes a good dog owner, what facts come to mind?

Solid training, a good home, a great diet, lots of stimulating toys and playtime interaction with its owner, lots of walks, and exploring and very diligent with veterinary visits.

Are those facts what come to your mind? If you answered yes to all of those facts, then you would make an excellent dog owner.

Providing for a dog is as easy as providing for yourself. A great diet, lots of exercise, interesting things to stimulate your mind and a loving family in a good home. Simple, right? You can find out more by visiting this website for the veterinary clinic Ocean Shores.