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5 Things You Should Know about Ear Mites

Ear mites are highly contagious, and, if left untreated, they can have some serious side effects. Learn what you need to know about this pest here. Read

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5 Things You Should Know about Ear Mites By Robyn Johnson

Ear mites are highly contagious, and, if left untreated, they can have some serious side effects. Learn what you need to know about this pest here.

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Anaplasmosis in Cats: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment By Roy Higgs

Anaplasmosis is a tick-borne disease that affects cats, dogs, and people. Here, we will discuss the management of this condition in your feline friends.

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Anisocoria in Cats: A Closer Look By Roy Higgs

Feline Anisocoria is a cat eye disease marked by unequal pupil size. We explore this ocular disorder further in this article.

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Blepharitis in Cats: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment By Roy Higgs

Cats frequently suffer from blepharitis, which is characterized by inflammation of the eyelids. Learn about the signs and management techniques in this article.

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Blind Quiet Eye in Cats: A Closer Look By Roy Higgs

Blind quiet eye in cats is a condition that takes place when the pupils of a cat dilate and remain enlarged for a lengthy amount of time in the absence of any observable external stimulation. Get more information about this feline condition here.

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Cat and Dog Conjunctivitis Treatments at a Glance By Sam Bourne

Conjunctivitis, better known as pink eye, can be a real pain -- especially when it is affecting your dog or cat. Learn what to expect from dog conjunctivitis treatments and cat conjunctivitis treatments by comparing and contrasting these two popular medicines.

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Cat and Dog Glaucoma By Gina Carey

Glaucoma is an eye disease that can cause blindness in dogs and cats. Learn its symptoms and how to treat it here.

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Cat Ear Hematoma: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment By Roy Higgs

Cats that are vulnerable to ear infections are very likely to get ear hematoma. In this article, we discuss how to treat and manage this condition.

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Cat Eye Discharge - How to Treat Different Types of Feline Eye Issues By ContentFly

Itโ€™s not uncommon for cats to have to occasional โ€œgunkyโ€ eye. However, there are situations where you might have to treat your catโ€™s symptoms or make a quick trip to your veterinarian.Itโ€™s not uncommon for cats to have to occasional โ€œgunkyโ€ eye. However, there are situations where you might have to treat your catโ€™s symptoms or make a quick trip to your veterinarian.

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Cataract in Cats: A Closer Look By Roy Higgs

Get a deeper understanding of the causes and symptoms of cataracts in cats and the treatment options available.

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Cherry Eye in Cats: Causes, Risks, and Treatment By Roy Higgs

Cherry Eye is a disorder in cats in which the third eyelid protrudes and appears as a swollen, cherry-like lump in the corner of the eye. We discuss this condition further here.

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Chorioretinitis in Cats: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment By Roy Higgs

Cats of all ages and breeds are susceptible to the dangerous eye ailment chorioretinitis. Here, we break down this eye disorder further.

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Dry Eye Syndrome in Cats: A Closer Look By Roy Higgs

Cats are frequently affected by dry eye syndrome, also known as keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS). It is characterized by a decrease in tear production, which causes the eye to become dry, irritated, and inflamed. We break down the causes, symptoms, prognosis and treatments in this article.

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Ear Canal Tumors in Cats: Types, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment By Roy Higgs

Ear canal tumors in cats can be very painful and not easily noticeable. In this article, we will look at the signs to watch out for and how to get around them in your cat.

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Ear Infections in Dogs and Cats By Robyn Johnson

Ear infections are very common in both dogs and cats, and can be caused by numerous different things. Learn about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of ear infections.

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Ear Mites in Cats and Dogs By Robyn Johnson

Ear mites are a common (and itchy) condition in cats and dogs. They can cause some serious damage if not treated quickly and properly. Learn more about your pet's risk for ear mites.

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Ear Mites- Tiny parasites in a cat's ear By Roy Higgs

Cats can have ear mites in their ears at any age. Since kittens don't develop ear flaps until they are about six weeks old, they are not a problem for kittens.

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Entropion in Cats: How Common Is It? By Roy Higgs

Entropion is a phenomenon when the eyelid folds inward, typically the lower lid, rubbing the eyelashes against the eye. We dig deep into this condition here.

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Eyeworm Disease in Cats: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention By Roy Higgs

Ocular dirofilariasis, often known as eyeworm sickness, is a parasite condition that affects cats' eyes. We discuss its treatment and management here.

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Eyeworm Infection in Dogs: A Closer Look By Roy Higgs

Eyeworm infection, commonly known as Thelazia, is a parasite condition that affects all dogs. This article will go into more detail about this condition.

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Feline Chlamydial Conjunctivitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment By Roy Higgs

Feline Chlamydial Conjunctivitis is a prevalent eye illness that affects cats all over the world. Learn more about this eye defect in this article.

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Feline Corneal Ulcers: A Detailed Guide By Roy Higgs

Feline corneal ulcers are an eye ailment that is prevalent in cats and can lead to discomfort, inflammation, and vision issues. Learn more about it here.

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Feline Eosinophilic Keratitis: A Quick Guide By Roy Higgs

Feline eosinophilic keratitis is a rare but deadly illness that affects the eyes of cats. Learn more about this in this article.

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Feline Otitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment By Roy Higgs

Cats frequently get feline otitis, which damages their ears. We will discuss how to identify, treat, and prevent this ear disease in cats.

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Feline Uveitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment By Roy Higgs

Cats are susceptible to the dangerous and sometimes blinding disorder known as feline uveitis. Learn more about this ocular condition here.

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Glaucoma Treatment for Dogs and Cats By Gina Carey

There isn't a cure for glaucoma in pets, but there are some treatment options available to help relieve pain and postpone blindness. Learn more here.

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How to Treat Eye Infections in Dogs and Cats By Kat Sherbo

Eye infections in pets may need to be treated with eye drops, medications, or surgery, depending on the cause of the infection. See what the options are for treating eye infections in pets.

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How To Treat Lens Luxation In Dogs And Cats By Meredith Alling

Lens Luxation is when the lens becomes detached from its normal location. This can cause major problems for your pet and even lead to blindness. Learn how to treat this eye disorder here.

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Iris Bombe in Cats: A Closer Look By Roy Higgs

Cats have really lovely eyes, but unfortunately, they can be affected by an eye condition - Iris Bombe. Learn more about this in this article.

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Iris Cysts in Cats: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment By Roy Higgs

Iris cysts in cats is a worrisome eye condition in felines. This article talks about how to recognize and treat this condition.

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Living With a Deaf Cat: Causes and Treatments By Maureen Ryan

Cats can suffer hearing loss for a wide range of reasons. Find out how to protect and support a cat who is born deaf or who loses their hearing.

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Nuclear Sclerosis in Cats By Madeleine Burry

As cats age, their eyes may change in color, which can be part of the natural aging process for felines. In severe cases only, nuclear sclerosis may become problematic and have a major impact on your cat's vision. Find out more here.

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Optic Nerve Swelling (Neuritis) in Cats By Roy Higgs

Just as in people, cats can get optic neuritis. It is distinguished by inflammation of the optic nerve, which is responsible for transmitting visual information from the eyes to the brain. Learn about how to handle this condition in your cat in this article.

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Pannus In Dogs And Cats: What It Is, And What To Do By Meredith Alling

Pannus is an inherited eye condition in which the cornea can become so inflamed that it causes vision problems or even blindness. There is no cure for this progressive condition. However, if diagnosed and treated early, the process can be slowed immensely.

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Progressive Retinal Atrophy in Cats By Roy Higgs

Cats are susceptible to the ocular condition known as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA). Learn more about this condition here.

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Progressive Retinal Atrophy in Dogs and Cats By Sora Wondra

Progressive retinal atrophy is an eye condition found in dogs and cats that eventually leads to complete vision loss. Although this may be difficult for your pet to adjust to, your pet can continue to have a long happy life.

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Top 5 Facts About Cat and Dog Ear Infections By Robyn Johnson

Did you know that ear infections are the most common reason for vet visits? Learn to recognize, help prevent, and treat ear infections with these five tips.

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Treating Your Cat's or Dog's Ear Infection By Robyn Johnson

If your pet has been diagnosed with an ear infection, you'll need to start treatment. Learn which kinds of treatment are appropriate for your pet's ear infection here.

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Vestibular Disease in Cats: A Quick Guide By Roy Higgs

Feline vestibular disease can cause a wide array of symptoms, including dizziness, vertigo, loss of appetite, and vomiting. Learn more about its diagnosis and treatment.

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What Are Symptoms of Eye Infections in Pets? By Kat Sherbo

Knowing what to watch for is the first step in helping your pet get over an eye infection. Read about the symptoms of eye infections, and what they mean.

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What to Do About Your Petโ€™s Eye Infection By Kat Sherbo

Dogs and cats can develop eye infections for several different reasons. Read on to learn more about the causes and symptoms of eye infections.

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