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Food, health and the everyday moments that bring us closer. Practical knowledge for life with cats and dogs, from the PARTNER Editorial Team.
Everyday Health
A Recurring Scab on a Cat’s Ear or Nose Needs a Check
A scab that disappears and returns should stay on the history. Record the site and course, then have the lesion examined rather than repeatedly treating it at home.
A Recurring Scab on a Cat’s Ear or Nose Needs a Check
A scab that disappears and returns should stay on the history. Record the site and course, then have the lesion examined rather than repeatedly treating it at home.
A Sore on Your Cat’s Upper Lip Needs an Examination
An upper-lip ulcer can have more than one explanation. Photograph its course and ask what the examination or sampling needs to distinguish.
A Sore on Your Cat’s Upper Lip Needs an Examination
An upper-lip ulcer can have more than one explanation. Photograph its course and ask what the examination or sampling needs to distinguish.
A Cat’s Heart Murmur: Ask What the Next Test Can Show
A heart finding needs context. Clarify the proposed test, what is known now and which signs require urgent care while you wait.
A Cat’s Heart Murmur: Ask What the Next Test Can Show
A heart finding needs context. Clarify the proposed test, what is known now and which signs require urgent care while you wait.
A Positive Coronavirus Test Does Not Diagnose FIP
Find out which test was performed, what it can establish and what comes next. A coronavirus antibody result is not an FIP diagnosis by itself.
A Positive Coronavirus Test Does Not Diagnose FIP
Find out which test was performed, what it can establish and what comes next. A coronavirus antibody result is not an FIP diagnosis by itself.
Mealtimes With a Cat Who Has Cerebellar Hypoplasia
For a diagnosed cat, make reaching the dish easier and measure intake separately from spills. New balance changes still need veterinary advice.
Mealtimes With a Cat Who Has Cerebellar Hypoplasia
For a diagnosed cat, make reaching the dish easier and measure intake separately from spills. New balance changes still need veterinary advice.
My Dog Won’t Eat When Home Alone
An untouched meal during your absence can be a useful clue. Compare the whole pattern and bring a brief recording to the veterinary discussion.
My Dog Won’t Eat When Home Alone
An untouched meal during your absence can be a useful clue. Compare the whole pattern and bring a brief recording to the veterinary discussion.