Feline pet insurance brand finds buyer
Independence Pet Group (IPG) has expanded its offerings by way of the acquisition of feline-focused pet insurance brand Felix.
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An integrated approach to older cat care
For feline seniors, integrative medicine makes sense, particularly when one considers the risks of long-term medications, along with cats’ aversion to being medicated.
Claw your way out of feline biases
“When it comes right down to it, it is our job to make sure cat owners understand the basics of feline healthcare. Unfortunately, that is a platform I believe we have long since abdicated (if ever we claimed it) in our almighty hunt for the low-hanging fruit that is the dog-dedicated dollar.”
Immunological disease, reproductive issues more common in purebred cats
Purebred cats are more likely to experience reproductive issues, heart disease, and surgical complications as compared to mixed-breed felines.
Gut health key to better care, outcomes
The gut microbiome is a complex microbial community (archaea, bacteria, fungi, protozoa, and viruses) found in the gastrointestinal tract that is foundational to health, supporting—among other things—digestion, immunity, and the central nervous system.
Can you solve this puzzle?
Presentation: A two-year-old male neutered cat presents for a one-year history of hind limb pain and reluctance to play.
How to prepare for euthanasia
End-of-life care can easily be the worst part of veterinary medicine. It does not matter where you fall in the hierarchy of a practice, dealing with it can be very uncomfortable.
Challenges of stomatitis treatment
Stomatitis is one of the most difficult conditions to treat among dogs and cats, often resulting in the removal of most of—if not all—the patient’s teeth.
Tool tips for efficient dentistry
Dental procedures and oral surgery can be extra challenging, especially when extracting tiny teeth or tooth roots, such as in feline patients. Proper selection and organization of equipment, instruments, lighting source, magnification, suction, as well as sufficient training in using them could solve many common issues in veterinary dentistry.
Pet cancer research campaign to match donations
Morris Animal Foundation’s annual pet cancer research campaign just received a funding boost, thanks to a dollar-for-dollar pledge from two industry players.