It’s vaccine season. In a previous post, I reviewed the most recent recommendations for feline immunizations. Cat parents are getting emails and postcards from their primary care veterinarians reminding to schedule preventative healthcare visits. One of the most common vaccines is abbreviated FVRCP, an acronym for feline viral rhinotracheitis, calici…
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Vaccinations & Felines – Which Ones Do They Really Need?
In last week’s blog post I shared the latest recommendations for vaccines in dogs. It’s only fair to devote some time to expounding on the same topic for our furry friends. Vaccinations are a fundamental part of preventive healthcare, right? Right! So, this week I share information from the American…
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Stomatitis in Cats – A Profoundly Painful Dental Problem
Dental disease in cats is an exceedingly common health concern for parents. One of the more frequently encountered problems is stomatitis, a generalized inflammation of the oral cavity. Also called gingivostomatitis, this condition is extremely painful without prompt and proper treatment. This week I share some fun facts about stomatitis…