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Inflamed intestines Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), sometimes called Inflammatory Bowel Syndrome (IBS), is a term that actually refers to several diseases that cause chronic intestinal problems. The lining of the intestines becomes inflamed due to an overactive immune system and overgrowth of intestinal bacteria, which causes the body to no longer properly digest foods . . . → Read More: For Whom the Bowels Toll (Inflammatory Bowel Disease In Dogs & Cats) 
For many years, I knew only a tiny bit about FIV. I’ve learned a lot more since 2007, when I first adopted Andy, who tests positive for FIV. Andy, my first FIV+ cat
When I first met Andy, he was very sick. His health improved dramatically once he was getting regular meals. By . . . → Read More: Too Many Myth-Understandings About FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus) Chronic Renal Failure (CRF), also called Chronic Renal Insufficiency (CRI), is a serious, terminal condition so it’s important that dogs and cats with CRF have their health managed by a veterinarian. It’s critical for people to know how this condition progresses so they can reduce their pet’s end-of-life suffering. This post contains details that I . . . → Read More: The Pet Renal Code (Kidney Disease in Dogs and Cats) I’ve cared for quite a few animals who have no (or few) teeth. Through trial and error, I’ve found a handful of treats that work well for dogs and cats who gum their way through life. Bonito flakes are the most popular among my toothless cat pals. In pet supply stores, the brand I see . . . → Read More: Fastest Gums In The West (Treats For Toothless Dogs And Cats) I couldn’t put this book down! It’s the best feline biography I’ve ever encountered. The author, Gwen Cooper, beautifully writes about her relationships with her three cats, their personalities, and their interactions with each other. She certainly admires Homer and she describes him in ways that clearly illustrate we can learn a lot by following . . . → Read More: Homer’s Odyssey (not THAT one) is a Must Read! (book review) |
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