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Infectious Diseases

Parvovirus, leptospirosis, FIV, rabies, and other contagious diseases in pets.

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Canine Parvovirus: A Deadly Disease That's Preventable

Parvovirus is one of the deadliest diseases for puppies. Learn the signs, treatment, and why vaccination is critical.

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Leptospirosis in Dogs: A Serious Bacterial Infection

Leptospirosis is a bacterial disease spread through contaminated water and urine. It can cause kidney and liver failure in dogs.

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Lyme Disease in Dogs: Tick-Borne Danger

Lyme disease is transmitted by ticks and can cause chronic joint, kidney, and heart problems. Learn about prevention and treatment.

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Feline Herpesvirus: The Most Common Cause of Cat Flu

Feline herpesvirus-1 causes upper respiratory infections in cats. Most cats carry it for life. Learn how to manage flare-ups.

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Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP): Understanding This Devastating Disease

FIP is a complex disease caused by feline coronavirus. Recent treatment breakthroughs have given new hope to affected cats.

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Rabies Prevention: Why Vaccination Is the Law

Rabies is 100% fatal once symptoms appear but 100% preventable with vaccination. Learn why rabies vaccination is required by law.

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Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease: Dog Flu and Kennel Cough

Coughing dogs may have infectious respiratory disease. Learn about the different causes, treatment, and prevention.

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FIV & FeLV: The Two Major Viral Infections in Cats

FIV (feline immunodeficiency virus) and FeLV (feline leukemia virus) are serious viral infections. Learn about testing, management, and prevention.

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Understanding Blood Tests: Top 5 Inflammation Biomarkers in Dogs and Cats

When your vet orders blood work, they may check biomarkers like CRP and SAA to detect and monitor inflammation. Here's what these tests reveal about your pet's health.

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Canine Distemper: Prevention Saves Lives

Canine distemper is a highly contagious and often fatal viral disease. Learn why vaccination is critical and how to protect your dog in Macau.

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Canine Influenza (Dog Flu): What Macau Pet Owners Should Know

Canine influenza is a highly contagious respiratory disease spreading among dogs. Learn about symptoms, prevention, and when to seek veterinary care.

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Cryptococcosis in Cats: A Fungal Disease to Know

Cryptococcosis is the most common systemic fungal disease in cats, causing nasal discharge, skin lesions, and potentially serious systemic illness. Learn the signs and treatment.

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Avian Influenza (H5N1) and Your Pets: What You Need to Know

H5N1 bird flu has expanded beyond poultry into mammals including cats and dogs. Learn the risks, symptoms, and how to protect your pets.

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Cat Scratch Disease: Bartonella Infection in Cats and Dogs

Cat scratch disease (bartonellosis) is a bacterial infection spread by fleas that can affect cats, dogs, and their owners. Learn how it spreads and how to prevent it.

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Kennel Cough: Prevention, Symptoms, and Treatment

Kennel cough is a highly contagious respiratory infection in dogs. Learn how to protect your pet and what to do if they get sick.

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Canine Parvovirus: A Deadly but Preventable Disease

Parvovirus causes severe vomiting and diarrhea in puppies. Vaccination is highly effective at preventing this devastating disease.

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Heartworm Disease: The Silent Killer in Dogs and Cats

Heartworms are transmitted by mosquitoes and cause heart and lung damage. Prevention is simple; treatment is dangerous and expensive.

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