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Dr Andrew Matole, BVetMed, MSc
Apr 29, 20243 min read
What Foods Are Safe and Healthy for Feeding Parrots (Psittacine Birds)?
Feeding parrots requires careful consideration to ensure they receive proper nutrition to maintain their health and well-being. Parrots...
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Dr Andrew Matole, BVetMed, MSc
Apr 14, 20247 min read
The Paw-sitive Effects: How Prebiotics, Probiotics And Synbiotics Benefit Pets
Probiotics and prebiotics can offer several benefits to pets, similar to their effects in humans. What are probiotics? Probiotics are...
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Dr Andrew Matole, BVetMed, MSc
Mar 31, 20243 min read
Gas Passers: Understanding the Science of Pet Flatulence
Flatulence, commonly known as "passing gas" or "farting," is the release of gas from the digestive system through the rectum. It is a...
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Dr Andrew Matole, BVetMed, MSc
Mar 17, 20244 min read
Understanding and Coping with Your Pet's Loss of Vision (Part I - Overview)
Structure of the eye The intricacies and operations of the eyes are intricate. Each eye constantly adapts to varying light levels,...
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Dr Andrew Matole, BVetMed, MSc
Mar 3, 20244 min read
Unveiling the Remarkable Protective Features of a Dog's Eyeball
The eye is safeguarded by a series of structures and mechanisms, including the orbit, eyelashes, eyelids, conjunctiva, tears and lacrimal...
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Dr Andrew Matole, BVetMed, MSc
Feb 25, 202414 min read
Can Pets Experience Urinary Incontinence? A Comprehensive Guide for Pet Owners
What is Urinary Incontinence? Urinary incontinence (UI) in canines refers to the involuntary leakage or loss of urine from a dog's...
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Dr Andrew Matole, BVetMed, MSc
Feb 19, 20243 min read
Nutritious Homemade Dog Food Recipe to Soothe Itchy Skin
When addressing a dog's itchy skin with homemade food, it's essential to focus on ingredients that are hypoallergenic, meet specific...
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Dr Andrew Matole, BVetMed, MSc
Feb 11, 20249 min read
Can Dogs and Cats Get Yeast Infections? Understanding the Causes and Symptoms
Malassezia yeasts, common skin commensals in warm-blooded vertebrates, play a significant role in the cutaneous ecology of animals,...
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Dr Andrew Matole, BVetMed, MSc
Jan 28, 20244 min read
Understanding Secondary Hyperparathyroidism: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Renal secondary hyperparathyroidism is a condition more common than primary hyperparathyroidism, often seen in chronic kidney disease,...
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Dr Andrew Matole, BVetMed, MSc
Jan 14, 20249 min read
Understanding Rubber Jaw Syndrome (Fibrous Osteodystrophy) in Pets
Rubber jaw syndrome, also known as fibrous osteodystrophy, is a disorder characterized by the replacement of calcium in bones with softer...
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Dr Andrew Matole, BVetMed, MSc
Dec 31, 20235 min read
The Growth That Won't Go Away: Keloid Scars in Dogs and Cats
What are keloid scars in dogs? A keloid scar, also called a hypertrophic scar, is a thick, raised overgrowth of collagen tissue. They are...
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Dr Andrew Matole, BVetMed, MSc
Dec 17, 20233 min read
Essential Foods to Include in Your Dog's Homemade Heart-Healthy Diet
Creating a homemade cardiac diet for a dog with heart issues should be done under the guidance of a veterinarian, as the specific dietary...
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Dr Andrew Matole, BVetMed, MSc
Dec 3, 202315 min read
Why's a Dog's Nose so Special ?
The canine nose, apart from it having prints that are as unique as human fingerprints, it plays a critical role in a dog's behaviour,...
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Dr Andrew Matole, BVetMed, MSc
Nov 19, 20233 min read
Homemade Liver Diet for a Dog
Creating a homemade hepatic (liver-friendly) diet for a dog with liver issues requires careful consideration of the dog's specific...
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Dr Andrew Matole, BVetMed, MSc
Nov 5, 20233 min read
Homemade Renal Diet for Dogs
A homemade renal diet for dogs with kidney disease should be carefully formulated to support their specific nutritional needs. It's...
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Dr Andrew Matole, BVetMed, MSc
Oct 22, 20237 min read
What is Predatory Aggression?
Predatory aggression in dogs is a specific type of aggressive behavior that is instinctual and is the desire to hunt, chase, capture, and...
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Dr Andrew Matole, BVetMed, MSc
Oct 8, 20239 min read
Why is a Healthy Diet Crucial in Kidney Disease?
Nutritious diet is vital especially in chronic kidney disease (CKD) because a healthy diet: Provides fuel needed to complete daily...
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Dr Andrew Matole, BVetMed, MSc
Sep 24, 20233 min read
What is Displaced or Redirected Aggression?
Displaced or redirected aggression occurs when a dog or cat or human responds to excitement, fear, agitation, irritation, or arousal by...
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Dr Andrew Matole, BVetMed, MSc
Sep 14, 20234 min read
What is Cherry Eye?
Cherry eye in dogs is a common term for a condition known as prolapsed nictitating membrane, nictitans gland prolapse, prolapsed third...
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Dr Andrew Matole, BVetMed, MSc
Aug 31, 202313 min read
Do Dogs and Cats suffer Kidney failure?
Introduction The kidneys play a vital role in maintaining the body's internal environment by performing several essential functions....
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