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Can dogs eat cauliflower?

Cauliflower is a great, nutrition-packed treat for dogs, but too much can leave their digestive systems upset.

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How to prevent periodontal disease in cats

Your cat’s breath may be signaling periodontal disease. Here’s how to know if your cat’s teeth and gums are healthy, and when to contact a vet.

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Urinary obstructions in dogs and cats

If your dog or cat can’t urinate, it may be due to an obstruction, so you should contact your vet right away.

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How to know when your pet’s in pain

Pets can show their pain through body language or even whimpering for help. Here are some common signs that your dog or cat may be hurt.

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Hypoglycemia in dogs: signs of low blood sugar in your pet

Getting a hypoglycemia diagnosis at the vet can be alarming. Learn the signs and how to treat low blood sugar in dogs.

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How to tell if your dog has a yeast infection

Yeast infections affect dogs’ skin and ears, but they each show different symptoms.

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How to spot metabolic diseases in cats

Many metabolic diseases can affect your cat’s way of life, here are some common diseases and how to spot them.

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How to prevent periodontal disease in dogs

Your dog’s morning breath may be signaling periodontal disease. Here’s how to know when to contact your vet.

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Everything you need to know about dog vaccinations

Which vaccinations does your dog or puppy need and what can you expect after he receives his first vaccinations?

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Can I give my dog metronidazole?

If your veterinarian recently prescribed metronidazole for your dog, it’s OK if you have questions.

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How to tell if your cat has conjunctivitis

Conjunctivitis in cats is similar to pink eye in humans, but the causes may be different.

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Can dogs eat spinach?

Dogs can eat cooked spinach, but may have trouble digesting it raw.

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Can dogs eat beans?

Learn more about which beans dogs can eat and which they should avoid. If your pup eats something they shouldn't, Fetch has you covered.

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Can dogs eat lettuce?

Lettuce can be a non-toxic, low-calorie snack for your pup.

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Can dogs see color?

Have you ever wondered how your dog sees the world? Here’s a hint: Dogs don’t see in black and white, but they don’t see all the same colors most humans do either.

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Keeping your puppy safe from parvovirus

Puppies are at risk for parvovirus before they’re eligible for vaccines, so what’s this common disease?

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Can dogs have advil?

No, giving your dog Advil to treat pain is not recommended. Here’s why it's not and what you should do instead.

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Can cats have asthma?

Cat asthma is, unfortunately, a lifelong condition, but there are a couple of ways you can manage it.

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Why do cats wag their tails?

Specific movements of a cat’s tail can communicate different things. Let's decode the cat tail language of a wagging tail.

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Types of cysts and bumps on dogs

Think you found a cyst on your dog? Fetch's on-staff vet Dr. Aliya McCullough explains different types of lumps in dogs and how to gauge their severity.

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Can dogs eat sweet potatoes?

Sweet potatoes are a delicious treat for your pup, but keep in mind you should serve them cooked and plain. No sweet potato fries, pies or chips for your dog.

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Can dogs eat bell peppers?

Bell peppers can be a healthy treat for your dog, but you need to be careful about any harmful seasonings.

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How to spot metabolic diseases in dogs

Many metabolic diseases can affect your pup’s way of life, here are some common diseases and how to spot them.

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Is it OK for dogs to eat birdseed?

With these tips, you can keep your pup safe around birdseed.

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