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HPAI – Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Updated April 2025 AVIAN INFLUENZA (BIRD FLU) RISK TO CATS BEING FED RAW OR FREEZE-DRIED DIETS HPAI (Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza), due to
Category Archives : Feline Medical
Solensia: A Breakthrough Treatment for Feline Osteoarthritis
What is Feline Osteoarthritis (OA)? Osteoarthritis is a very common degenerative condition in the joints in cats, where the protective tissue in the joints (cartilage) is worn down and the
COVID-19 and Companion Animals Update
Seattle’s King 5 News agency recently published an article reporting positive COVID-19 tests in 23 dogs. All dogs were part of a research study being conducted by the University of
Coronavirus (COVID-19)-Companion Animal Q&A Update 4-6-2020
The following blog post is an update from Dr. Wendy Zawoysky’s post on 3/3/2020. We strive to keep our clients informed with the best information
Help! My Pet’s Got an Itch!!
There is nothing more frustrating than being woken all night listening to a pet scratch, chew and lick. And if you have experienced this, you know that it is probably
Anesthesia, To Fear or Not To Fear?
My name is Debbie Figueroa and I am the Lead Licensed Veterinary Nurse at Fairhaven Veterinary Hospital. I have been a licensed veterinary nurse for 19 years and obtained
What is “Pandora Syndrome” in our feline patients?
One of the most common problems we see in veterinary medicine, and one of the most frustrating for owners, is when cats have problems with their urination. This could show
Dermatology in Veterinary Medicine
Dermatology, as you may know, is the study of the skin and all structures of the skin such as hair and toenails. It’s not the most exciting part
Arthritis and Our Pets
FVH Senior Pet Handout Arthritis in Dogs Arthritis (also known as Degenerative Joint Disease or “DJD”) is one of the most common diseases of older animals affecting both dogs and
Oral Health and Your Pet, Does it Really Matter!?
The answer is an unequivocal yes! According to the American Veterinary Dental Society, nearly 80% of dogs and 70% of cats demonstrate signs of oral disease by age 4. The