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Top 3 Signs That Your Dog Is Sick

Posts in Category: Common Pet Health Concerns

May 8, 2024 by Capital Home Veterinary Care

Top 3 Signs That Your Dog Is Sick

Top 3 Signs That Your Dog Is Sick

We have all heard the saying “sick as a dog,” but what does that really mean? Would you know if your dog wasn’t feeling well? Capital Home Veterinary Care thinks it’s important for pet owners to be able to efficiently recognize signs of a sick pet.

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Is Tap Water Safe for My Pet?

Is Tap Water Safe for My Pet?

Generally speaking, if your tap water is safe enough for you to drink, then it should be okay for your pets, too. If you don’t drink your tap water, however, then your pets shouldn’t drink it either.

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Do You Really Need to Brush Your Pet’s Teeth?

Do You Really Need to Brush Your Pet’s Teeth?

Imagine what it would be like if you never-ever brushed your teeth. Yuck, right? Unfortunately, that icky-sticky, unhealthy state is a reality for most pets because most pet owners simply aren’t aware that they should be caring for their cats’ and dogs’ teeth.

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Why Is My Dog Limping?

Why Is My Dog Limping?

Whether your dog was just playing outside or just awoke from a nap, there are several things that cause your dog to limp or favor certain limbs. Sometimes, the problem will resolve on its own, but other times it can indicate a serious problem that requires prompt veterinary care. The only way to know for […]

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Top 5 Reasons Why Cats and Dogs Get Ear Infections

Top 5 Reasons Why Cats and Dogs Get Ear Infections

Understanding the common causes of ear infections in dogs and cats will help you recognize infections and prevent them from happening in the future.

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Litter Box Troubles? Understanding Feline Urinary Disease

Litter Box Troubles? Understanding Feline Urinary Disease

When a cat has trouble using the litter box, it’s not only frustrating for humans, but also for the cat. Whether urinating outside the litter box or struggling to go at all, incontinence in cats is almost always a sign of a health concern and should be addressed right away.

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Does Your Dog Need a Leptospirosis Vaccination?

Does Your Dog Need a Leptospirosis Vaccination?

Leptospirosis is a serious, potentially deadly infection found worldwide that’s caused by multiple strains of spirochete bacteria. A zoonotic disease, leptospirosis can be transmitted between animals and humans.

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How to Recognize and Manage Cognitive Dysfunction in Geriatric Pets

How to Recognize and Manage Cognitive Dysfunction in Geriatric Pets

As veterinary medicine improves, pets are living longer. It’s wonderful to have our furry friends in our lives longer, but older pets mean a greater responsibility to improve our pets’ golden years. Pet parents are more commonly having to address the changing health concerns of their aging pets.

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What Is Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) in Cats?

What Is Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) in Cats?

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) in cats (also called chronic renal disease and kidney failure) is a progressive condition, with which a cat’s kidneys gradually stop working properly. CKD is a fatal condition. Untreated, it will progress quickly. With proper management, cats with CKD can live long lives.

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Does Your Dog Have to Live with Canine Osteoarthritis Symptoms?

Does Your Dog Have to Live with Canine Osteoarthritis Symptoms?

We love our pups and do our best to provide them with everything they need to live long, happy, healthy lives. No matter how much love and care pet owners provide, however, as pets age, they become more and more susceptible to developing age-related medical conditions. One particularly common age-related illness is canine osteoarthritis, also referred to as degenerative joint disease (DJD).

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We are a mobile housecall veterinary practice providing comprehensive health care services to companion animals in Richmond and surrounding counties of Henrico, Powhatan, Chesterfield, and Goochland since 2007. Our goal is to provide life-long veterinary care for cats and dogs with compassion, commitment, and extraordinary service.

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