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Dental Health : Preventing and Treating Periodontal Disease

It is important to treat and control periodontal disease for two reasons: - To maintain the teeth and gums in a healthy state. - To guard against infection spreading to other parts of the body. The first step in prevention periodontal disease is... [Read more]

Dental Health : The Importance of Dental Health

We all appreciate the importance of dental hygiene in maintaining the heath of our teeth and gums. Quite apart from anything else, it is not very pleasant to be in the general vicinity of someone who doesn’t brush his or her teeth. Well, your pet is no di... [Read more]

Animal Rescue / Purebred Rescue Lists :

Purebred Dog Rescue Groups Affenpinscher Small Dog Rescue (to adopt only) - Web: www.petorphans.com William Simpson (takes mixes) - 423-624-3999 (home), 423-280-7355 (mobile), e-mail: HomesInChatt@aol.com Afghan Hound Cathryn Gardner - 770-76... [Read more]

Feline Heartworm Disease : What can be done if my cat has heartworms?

Unfortunately treatment to remove heartworms from infected cats can be difficult and hazardous to your cats health. Various medications can be used to help minimize the clinical signs (coughing, vomiting, difficulty breathing) your cat may be exhibiting. ... [Read more]

Feline Heartworm Disease : Can Feline heartworm disease be prevented?

Preventives are available for feline heartworm infection, but they will not eliminate an existing condition. Preventives can also be used on cats that test positive, to prevent further infection.... [Read more]

Feline Heartworm Disease : When do veterinarians recommend testing for heartworm infection?

Your veterinarian may recommend testing in any one of the following situations: Prior to prescribing a heartworm preventive As a pre-surgical screen When monitoring a preventive program When monitoring a cat with heartworm disease ... [Read more]

Feline Heartworm Disease : Should my cat be tested for heartworm infection?

If you live in an area where heartworms are seen in dogs, or if you cat has signs suggestive of heartworm disease, you should consult your veterinarian to discuss having your cat tested. If your cat is heartworm positive and develops clinical signs, see y... [Read more]

Feline Leukemia and Aids :

Your cat could be at risk for feline leukemia (FeLV) and/or feline immunodeficiency (FIV). These diseases are contagious, incurable and most often fatal. Caused by viruses, they affect the cat’s immune system. In some cases, having one of these viruses p... [Read more]

Feline Heartworm Disease : How do I know if my cat has heartworms?

If your cat’s lives in an area where heartworms are seen in dogs or if you cat is showing signs of suggestive of heartworm disease, you should take your cat to your veterinarian. Because the clinical signs of heartworm infection in cats are also seen with... [Read more]

Feline Heartworm Disease : What are the signs of heartworm Disease in cats?

In cats heartworms live 1-2 years and it is uncommon for cats to have more then 2-3 adult heartworms. Small numbers of heartworms, however, may cause serious disease in cats. Clinical signs of heartworm disease in cats vary considerably. Some cats do no... [Read more]

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Richard W. Barnwell, DVM
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