The Meowing Vet

20/02/2024

𝗠𝘂𝗰𝘂𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝘁 𝗣𝗼𝗼𝗽: 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗜𝘁 𝗠𝗲𝗮𝗻𝘀 💩

If your kitty’s stool is coated in a gross jelly-like substance, your cat likely has mucus in his p**p. The Meowing Vet and Great Pet Care discuss the causes of mucus in cat p**p and what pet parents can do to help their cats.

Visit www.greatpetcare.com for the full article or read a syndicated version on my website: themeowingvet.com

The Meowing Vet and Great Pet Care discuss the causes of mucus in cat p**p and what pet owners can do to help their cats.

11/01/2024

𝙈𝙮 𝘾𝙖𝙩 𝘾𝙖𝙣'𝙩 𝙋𝙚𝙚: 7 𝘾𝙖𝙪𝙨𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙏𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨 🙀

If your kitty is spending too much time in the litterbox yet isn’t producing urine, this constitutes a medical emergency, so seek veterinary care ASAP.

The Meowing Vet and Great Pet Care inform pet parents on the various causes and treatments for a cat who can’t p*e.

Visit www.greatpetcare.com for the full article or read a syndicated version on my website: themeowingvet.com

The Meowing Vet and Great Pet Care urge pet parents to seek emergency veterinary care if their cat can't p*e.

04/01/2024

𝘾𝙖𝙩 𝘿𝙞𝙜𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙎𝙮𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙢: 𝘼 𝘾𝙡𝙤𝙨𝙚𝙧 𝙇𝙤𝙤𝙠 𝙖𝙩 𝙃𝙤𝙬 𝙄𝙩 𝙒𝙤𝙧𝙠𝙨 🐈 💩

If your sleep is being disturbed by the sound of your cat about to vomit on the carpet, or if you’re a pet parent who wants to optimize your cat’s digestive health, this article is for you!

The Meowing Vet and Great Pet Care explain the anatomy and actions of a cat’s digestive system as well as ways pet parents can improve their cats’ GI health.

Visit www.greatpetcare.com for the full article or read a syndicated version on my website: themeowingvet.com

The Meowing Vet and Great Pet Care discuss the function of the cat digestive system and how to optimize your cat's digestive health.

28/12/2023

𝗪𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗮𝘁 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱: 𝟭𝟬 𝗩𝗲𝘁-𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗢𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 🐈

If your cat is trending toward the chubby side, or if your hefty kitty is in need of some serious weight loss to improve his or her health, your vet may recommend a special weight management cat food.

The Meowing Vet and Great Pet Care provide prescription and non-prescription weight management cat food options for pet parents to discuss with their vet to facilitate their cat's weight loss.

Visit www.greatpetcare.com for the full article or read a syndicated version on my website: themeowingvet.com

The Meowing Vet and Great Pet Care review the top vet-recommended weight management cat food options to help your overweight or obese cat lose weight safely

24/12/2023

Wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday season from The Meowing Vet!

Keep your dogs and cats safe and merry this holiday season by following The Meowing Vet’s simple holiday safety tips.

18/12/2023

𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐲 𝐂𝐚𝐭 𝐆𝐮𝐦𝐬: 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐋𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐋𝐢𝐤𝐞? 🐱

What color should your cat’s gums be? How should they feel? What can they reveal about your cat's oral and overall health? What should you do if they look abnormal?

The Meowing Vet and Great Pet Care discuss what healthy cat gums should look like and when to seek vet care for concerning gum color or texture.

Visit www.greatpetcare.com for the full article or read a syndicated version on my website: themeowingvet.com

The Meowing Vet and Great Pet Care discuss what color and texture healthy cat gums should be and what your cat's gums reveal about your cat's health.

26/07/2023

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐈 𝐒𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐲 𝐂𝐚𝐭'𝐬 𝐈𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐲 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐧? 😾

An itchy cat is an unhappy cat. If itchy skin is left untreated, more severe dermatological issues can result. Fortunately, your vet can help diagnose and manage the cause of your cat's itchy skin.

The Meowing Vet and Great Pet Care discuss how you and your vet can offer your cat relief from her itchy skin.

Visit www.greatpetcare.com for the full article or read a syndicated version on my website: themeowingvet.com

The Meowing Vet and Great Pet Care inform how to soothe your cat's itchy skin.

14/06/2023

🌻 TOBY the handsome dog greets the world on The Meowing Vet’s PET PHOTOS page!

Visit www.themeowingvet.com to learn where this boy is from!

Your pet can be featured online too! Contribute your pet's photo for free by following the easy submission guidelines at www.themeowingvet.com/pet-photos.

All species & countries are welcomed! 🐱🐶🐴🐷🐰🐹🐔🐢

Toby the dog is featured in The Meowing Vet's Pet Photos.

02/06/2023

BABY SMOOTH the tiny kitten makes her online debut on The Meowing Vet’s PET PHOTOS page! Visit www.themeowingvet.com to learn more about this little purring ball of fluff!

Your pet can be featured online too! Contribute your pet's photo for free by following the easy submission guidelines at www.themeowingvet.com/pet-photos. All species & countries are welcomed! 🐱🐶🐴🐷🐰🐹🐔🐢🐠

Welcome Baby Smooth, the adorable kitten, to her online feature on THE MEOWING VET! 📸 OWNER’S NAME Laurin Jones WHERE ARE YOU BASED? Lansing, Michigan, USA PET’S NAME Baby Smooth HOW OLD IS Baby Smooth? 1 month old What type of cat is Baby Smooth? She is a cute kitten, but she is a mutt

01/06/2023

𝙆𝙞𝙙𝙣𝙚𝙮 𝙄𝙣𝙛𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙞𝙣 𝘾𝙖𝙩𝙨 🐈

Do you know the signs that your cat may have a kidney infection? How do kidney infections happen, and how are they treated in cats? Are there any consequences if left unmanaged, and can they be prevented?

I discuss the ins and outs of feline kidney infections with Great Pet Care.

Go to www.greatpetcare.com for the full article or read a syndicated version on my website: themeowingvet.com

The Meowing Vet joins Great Pet Care to discuss the causes, signs, and treatment of kidney infection in cats.

18/05/2023

𝗧𝗼𝗽 𝟭𝟬 𝗖𝗮𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗺𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗢𝘂𝘁 𝗙𝗼𝗿 🐈 🦷

Dental problems in cats are much more common than you may think. Regular dental care and check-ups with your veterinarian are important to identify and manage dental disorders early on.

The Meowing Vet and Great Pet Care chat with cat parents during Pet Dental Health Month about the top 10 dental problems in cats and how they're treated.

Go to www.greatpetcare.com for the full article or read a syndicated version on my website: themeowingvet.com

The Meowing Vet joins Great Pet Care to discuss the most common dental problems in cats.

25/01/2023

𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗗𝗼 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝘀 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗔𝗻𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗹𝘀? 🐀

Cats have a reputation for being selfish, yet many gift dead prey to their owners. This act of generosity is not exactly endearing to pet parents and can negatively impact their prey's ecosystems. Why do cats bring us dead animals, and how can we curtail it?

Join Great Pet Care and me as we discuss why cats bring us dead animals, like mice, birds, and small reptiles.

Go to www.greatpetcare.com for the full article or read a syndicated version on my website: themeowingvet.com

The drive to hunt is strong in cats. But why do they bring us humans dead animals? Is this offering intended as a gift? What impact does this have on wildlife?

23/01/2023

𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐖𝐞𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐕𝐞𝐭𝐂𝐄

Nurturing our mental health is vital for everyone, and we in veterinary medicine often struggle due to the unique stressors of our profession. Join Dr. Sarah Wooten and Dr. Maranda Elswick on Saturday, January 28, 2023 at 12pm EST, for webinars for VetCE (RACE-approval pending).

Learn the warning signs of burnout and compassion fatigue, and discover how self-care, setting boundaries, and cultivating a healthy work culture can help you develop resiliency in vet med.

Visit vetce.events to sign up for this virtual continuing education event.

VetCE Virtual events are a series of micro-conferences. These are a convenient alternative to in-person events and are designed to deliver multiple approved RACE and/or CVPM CE credits in a concise, half-day virtual format with three consecutive one-hour presentations. The series not only provides y...

20/01/2023

𝐂𝐚𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠: 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐫𝐞, 𝐂𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭 🦷

Dental disease in cats can lead to bad breath, pain, infection, and bone loss if left untreated. Regular dental care, including teeth brushing and professional dental cleanings by a veterinarian are important to help prevent and treat worsening oral disease.

I join Great Pet Care to walk cat parents through the most common forms and consequences of feline dental disease and the importance and steps behind a dental cleaning.

Head over to www.greatpetcare.com for the full article or read a syndicated version on my website: themeowingvet.com

The Meowing Vet joins Great Pet Care to discuss the most common forms and consequences of dental disease in cats and the importance of a dental cleaning.

19/12/2022

• Toxic Holiday Plants • 🎄

The winter holiday season is magical, but it's not without its hazards to our pets. Keep your dogs and cats safe from toxic holiday plants!

These plants are on Santa’s NAUGHTY list:
🌲 Christmas Trees: causes GI upset (vomiting or diarrhea)
🔴 Holly: causes GI upset
💋 Mistletoe (especially the berries): causes GI upset
🌹 Poinsettias: causes GI upset
🌵 Christmas Cactus (crab’s claw cactus): causes GI upset
🌺 Amaryllis: causes GI upset and tremors
❤️ Christmas Kalanchoe: VERY TOXIC! Causes cardiac toxicity & GI upset. Ingestion requires prompt veterinary care.

💻: Read my full article on Holiday Pet Safety Tips on The Meowing Vet website:

Keep your dogs and cats safe and merry this holiday season by following The Meowing Vet’s simple holiday safety tips.

15/12/2022

𝒞𝐻𝑅𝐼𝒮𝒯𝑀𝒜𝒮 & 𝒲𝐼𝒩𝒯𝐸𝑅 𝐻𝒪𝐿𝐼𝒟𝒜𝒴 𝒫𝐸𝒯 𝐻𝒜𝒵𝒜𝑅𝒟𝒮

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, but this holiday season does not come without its potential dangers for dogs and cats. Keep your pets safe with these tips.

Keep your dogs and cats safe and merry this holiday season by following The Meowing Vet’s simple holiday safety tips.

12/12/2022

• Cold Weather Safety Tips for Pets • ❄️

The winter holidays are fast approaching the northern hemisphere, and with them comes cold weather. Keep your dogs and cats as well as stray animals safe and warm in cold conditions by following these safety tips.

These cold weather safety tips from The Meowing Vet will teach you how to keep your pets safe from freezing temperatures and why antifreeze is so dangerous.

02/12/2022

𝘾𝙖𝙣 𝙆𝙞𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙣𝙨 𝙃𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝘾𝙖𝙩𝙣𝙞𝙥? 🌿

Adult cats go wild for catnip, but what about kittens? What is it about this herb that is so intoxicating to kitties? And is it safe for kittens?

I chat with Great Pet Care about whether or not kittens can have catnip.

Head over to www.greatpetcare.com for the full article or read a syndicated version on my website: themeowingvet.com

Adult cats go wild for catnip, but what about kittens? What is it about this herb that is so intoxicating to kitties? And is it safe for kittens?

07/10/2022

𝗖𝗮𝘁 𝗟𝗼𝗮𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗜𝘁 𝗜𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗗𝗼 𝗜𝘁 🍞

Cats and carbs - two of the greatest things on earth! So when your cat snuggles itself into a compact bread loaf shape, two of your favorite things are combined into a sight so cute it sparked an Internet meme sensation: the cat loaf.

I join Great Pet to discuss why cats "loaf" and if it's ever a sign something is wrong.

Head over to www.greatpetcare.com for the full article or read a syndicated version on my website: themeowingvet.com

The Meowing Vet joins Great Pet Care to discuss why cats "loaf" and if it's ever a sign something is wrong.

06/09/2022

𝐃𝐨 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐬 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐍𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐬? 😺

"Here, Kitty Kitty!" If your cat doesn't consistently come when called, you may be left wondering if your feline really knows her name.

I join Great Pet Care to answer once and for all: Do Cats Know Their Names? We discuss feline intelligence and behavior as well as provide training tips on how you can teach your cat his name.

Visit www.greatpetcare.com for the full article or read a syndicated version on my website: themeowingvet.com

"Here, Kitty Kitty!" If your cat doesn't consistently come when called, you may be left wondering if your feline really knows her name. The Meowing Vet joins Great Pet Care to answer once and for all: Do Cats Know Their Names? We discuss feline intelligence and behavior as well as provide training t...

09/06/2022

𝐇𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐡𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐆𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐬 (𝐇𝐆𝐄) 𝐢𝐧 𝐃𝐨𝐠𝐬 | New Blog (‪www.themeowingvet.com‬)

Hemorrhagic gastroenteritis (HGE) is a cause of sudden vomiting and bloody diarrhea in dogs. The exact cause is not known. If left untreated, some cases can escalate to life-threatening hemorrhagic shock caused by dehydration and anemia. Therefore, quick diagnosis and treatment by a veterinarian is imperative.

Visit The Meowing Vet website to learn the signs of HGE in dogs as well as how this GI disease is diagnosed, treated, and possibly prevented: ‪https://themeowingvet.com/2022/06/09/hemorrhagic-gastroenteritis-hge-in-dogs/‬

Hemorrhagic gastroenteritis (HGE) is a cause of vomiting and bloody diarrhea in dogs. Learn why veterinary treatment is necessary to prevent life-threatening complications.

05/05/2022

𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐢𝐩𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐕𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐕𝐞𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 | New Blog (‪www.themeowingvet.com‬)

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Veterinary professionals struggle immensely with mental health due to stress, anxiety, depression, burnout, compassion fatigue, & su***de ideation permeating our industry.

On The Meowing Vet website, I share 7 tips to help combat stress and anxiety. Remember: you are more than your role as a veterinarian, nurse, or student; your job is just a part of who you are, so make sure you fulfill all other aspects of your soul, too.

For details, visit: ‪https://themeowingvet.com/2022/05/05/mental-health-tips-for-veterinary-professionals-and-vet-students/‬

The Meowing Vet discusses 7 mental health strategies to help veterinary professionals and vet students combat stress and anxiety in veterinary medicine.

03/05/2022

• INTERVERTEBRAL DISC DISEASE (IVDD) IN DOGS & CATS •

Today we honor our special pets for Specially-abled Pets Day. Pets have all different types of abilities, and some may have lost use of their back legs, perhaps due to intervertebral disc disease. Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD), otherwise known as a “slipped disc”, is the most common spinal cord disorder in dogs, typically occurring in dogs over the age of 2. Cats may be affected too.

IVDD causes severe pain and potential paralysis. Type I IVDD occurs suddenly, resulting in pain and possible mobility impairment. Dogs between the ages of 2-6 years are most commonly affected. Certain dog breeds are genetically predisposed to this type of IVDD, primarily dachshunds. In fact, 1 in 5 Dachshunds will experience IVDD at some point in their lifetime. Of those, 20% will have another disc problem. Type II IVDD tends to be more chronic in nature. In addition to pain and mobility issues that may range from weakness to paralysis, IVDD can also cause other secondary problems, including inability of the bladder to empty on its own and increased likelihood of a urinary tract infection.

Depending on the location in the spinal column and severity of the IVDD, either conservative (or medical) management or else surgery may be advised by your vet. Prognosis varies due to these same factors. Certain preventive measures can be done to help reduce your pet’s risk of causing an intervertebral disc problem. These tips include weight control and preventing stressful movement from damaging the spine, including avoiding jumping and stairs.

If your pet is experiencing severe pain or difficulty walking, see your nearest vet ASAP.

💻: Learn more about IVDD at The Meowing Vet’s website: www.themeowingvet.com/2018/06/07/baby-got-back-intervertebral-disc-disease-ivdd-in-dogs-and-cats/

The Meowing Vet discusses intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) in dogs and cats. Find out what causes IVDD (or a "slipped disc"), its consequences, and how to treat or even prevent it from occurring in your pet.

29/04/2022

• FELINE HAIRBALLS •

Today is Hairball Awareness Day. 🙀 If you have a cat that suffers from hairballs, you know firsthand how frustrating they can be, especially in terms of clean-up.

Check out The Meowing Vet website for a quick-read on the causes, potential complications, and prevention tips for hairballs in cats: www.themeowingvet.com/2019/04/29/a-hairy-situation-feline-hairballs/

The Meowing Vet provides a quick summary on the causes, potential complications, and prevention tips for hairballs in cats.

25/04/2022

LINEAR FOREIGN BODY

Cat parents know how much kitties love playing with dangly toys: string, ribbon, yarn, and even hair ties and rubber bands. However, curiosity really can kill the cat if your inquisitive kitty swallows these toys. When enough are ingested, elastic hair ties can cause an obstructive foreign body (blockage) in the GI tract. If the end of a line of string becomes lodged behind your cat’s tongue while the rest is swallowed, it can lead to a linear foreign body, causing the intestines to bunch up on themselves like an accordion. Both scenarios are serious emergencies requiring surgery!

If you notice an end of string coming out of your cat’s mouth or rear-end, do NOT pull as this can lead to serious injury. Instead, take your cat to your local veterinary clinic immediately. Keep string and hair ties out of your cat’s reach, especially when he or she is not under your direct supervision.

💻: www.themeowingvet.com

20/04/2022

It’s April 20th… 4/20… International W**d Day. 🌿 But before lighting up around your pet, know that THC, a chemical in ma*****na, is toxic to dogs and cats if consumed or inhaled. Therefore, keep your pets away from smoke and edibles. 🐶🐱 But can other properties in cannabis actually improve your pet’s health?!

Head on over to The Meowing Vet website to learn not only about the toxic effects that pot causes in pets but also the potential therapeutic benefits that other cannabinoids (CBD) may have on your dog or cat’s health based on preliminary findings of ongoing research: www.themeowingvet.com/2018/04/20/high-hounds-the-effects-of-ma*****na-cannabis-in-dogs-cats/

While this research is promising, keep in mind that no CBD product is currently FDA-approved for use in animals, so caution must be used.

The Meowing Vet teaches pet owners about the toxic effects of accidental ma*****na ingestion or inhalation by dogs and cats as well as the potential health benefits of cannabis derivatives.

18/04/2022

• Scabies •

Scabies, also called sarcoptic mange, is caused by an infestation by the Sarcoptic scabiei var. canis mite. This mite burrows down under the top layer of the skin of dogs, preferring areas with little hair coverage (such as the margins of the ear, elbows, ankles, and belly).

This type of mange is EXTREMELY ITCHY!!!, and you may notice your dog scratching like crazy and potentially causing self-trauma to the skin (which can lead to secondary bacterial infections). Dogs may be affected at any time of year.

Sarcoptes mites also have zoonotic potential, meaning they can cause a transient infestation in humans. And yep, it is itchy!

Cats may also be affected in some circumstances, but this mite can only complete its full life cycle on the dog.

Diagnosis can be a bit tricky since these mites like to hide. Your vet may have to perform several skin scrapings before finding them via evaluation under a microscope.

Treatment includes several weeks of antiparasitic treatment (such as topical selamectin, oral milbemycin, oral or topical fluralaner, or injectable ivermectin). Any skin wounds caused by scratching should also be treated, and an anti-itch medication may be necessary. ALL pets in the household and other dogs or cats which whom the affected animal has been in contact MUST be treated as well to rid these mites (this means even pets who are not displaying clinical signs of sarcoptic mange).‬

Certain monthly flea/tick/heartworm preventatives may help control sarcoptic mange mites.

💻: www.themeowingvet.com

13/04/2022

𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑 𝐒𝐀𝐅𝐄𝐓𝐘 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐏𝐄𝐓𝐒

𝐀𝐯𝐨𝐢𝐝 𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞: Chocolate is toxic to dogs & cats if ingested, causing GI upset (vomiting/diarrhea), hyperactive behavior, muscle tremors, fast heart rate, high body temperature, and possibly seizures. The darker the chocolate, the greater the toxicity.

𝐀𝐯𝐨𝐢𝐝 𝐡𝐨𝐭 𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐬 𝐛𝐮𝐧𝐬: The raisins or sultanas in these sweet treats can cause GI upset and kidney failure in pets.

𝐀𝐯𝐨𝐢𝐝 𝐡𝐚𝐦: Fatty meats can cause GI upset and pancreatitis, so don’t share table scraps with your pets. Ham bones can also break your pet’s teeth and pose as a choking hazard or cause a GI blockage.

𝐂𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐞𝐠𝐠𝐬: Easter eggs, either plastic or real, can be dangerous to your pets. Dogs are especially at risk, as they may chew and swallow pieces of plastic egg, causing a possible obstructive foreign body risk which may require surgery. Real dyed eggs can pose a food poisoning risk with significant GI upset if your dog or cat eats them.

𝐋𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐬: Easter lilies are very toxic to cats and can be fatal if ingested. Skin contact with pollen can also be dangerous as your cat will ingest it later while grooming. Lilies not only cause GI upset and potential pancreatic injury, but they can also cause significant kidney damage and failure if your cat is not treated promptly. If you suspect that your cat has eaten a lily, contact your local vet immediately for treatment advice.

𝐃𝐨 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐠𝐢𝐟𝐭 𝐛𝐚𝐛𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐬: Baby ducklings, chicks, & bunnies should not be Easter gifts! Pets are not novelties, and without proper planning and responsibility, many of these animals become unwanted after the initial excitement wears off. An uneducated new owner may not have the correct supplies, dietary requirements, and housing for these animals, and many become ill or die due to improper care. Others are either put up for adoption, escape, or are released back into the wild (where many do not survive as they lack the instincts to thrive in the wild). Protect these adorable animals by taking a firm stance NOT to gift them.

Wishing a safe and joyous Easter to all who celebrate! ✝️🐰💐

💻: www.themeowingvet.com/2017/04/03/let-sunshine-spring-safety-tips-pets-wild-animals

11/04/2022

April 10-16 is National Dog Bite Prevention Week. 🐕

Learn more about dog bite statistics and how you can help prevent dog bites with this information from the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA):

“More than 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs every year in the U.S. Most dog bites affecting kids occur during everyday activities and while interacting with familiar dogs. Any dog can bite if provoked. They can bite as a reaction to something, if they’re startled, are scared, aren’t feeling well, or are engaged in play. Responsible pet ownership builds a solid foundation for dog bite prevention. Socialization and education are keys to dog bite prevention.”

Find out more about why dogs bite and what you can do to prevent dog bites here: https://www.avma.org/public/Pages/Dog-Bite-Prevention.aspx

08/04/2022

Year-round flea, tick, and heartworm prevention for pets is essential.

Wondering what preventative product options you have to protect your dogs or cats?

💻: Compare veterinary products in my charts on The Meowing Vet website: www.themeowingvet.com/2017/05/05/get-smart-chart-comparison-flea-tick-heartworm-products/

The Meowing Vet compares the pros and cons of the most common flea, tick, and heartworm products on the market for dogs and cats.