Kidney issues are one of the more common problems that we address in veterinary medicine. It is unfortunate that we often only discover the kidney issue when the animal starts to show symptoms. Early kidney compromise can be caught before damage is done if the patient has blood work and urinalysis done annually. Our modern…
In Idaho, flea issues tend to not be a predominant problem so most of our efforts are aimed at controlling ticks. We have three tick species in Idaho—Deer Tick, Brown Dog Tick, and American Dog Tick. All three have the potential to carry blood-borne diseases, but we do not have a prevalence of those diseases in Idaho yet.
I am highlighting this topic because pet owners, especially cat owners, should be aware of the potential threat of avian influenza. The highest concern for dogs and cats is exposure through food.
Do you want to ensure your feline friend has a healthy and balanced diet? Cats are true carnivores and require a special diet that is close to 0% carbohydrates and 100% moist food. With so many brands on the marrket, it can be overwhelming to know which brand to choose.