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TMJ In Dogs
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TMJ Disorders & What To Do About Them!

The temporomandibular joint is one of the most unique joints in both man and animal. It is a hinge joint that experiences different sets of movement depending on the species. For example, canines have a TMJ that can move side to side, …
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The Science Behind Seizures
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The Science Behind Seizures

A seizure can be a very scary thing. For the most part, it’s a disorder surrounded by several unknowns. Diagnosing a seizure disorder is usually a process of elimination rather than a definitive diagnosis. Through a battery of tests, …
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Rotating Your Pet's Food
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Rotating Your Pet's Food, The Why Behind It & How To Do It!

Ever wondered if your animal is sick and tired of the same thing everyday? Whether that means kibble every meal or raw chicken, the same food can definitely get a little boring, not only to the tastebuds but also to the body. Imagine if…
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Cat Digestive System
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Supporting Your Pet's Digestion...What Can You Do?

Our very own Vikki from The Pet Beastro shares some insight regarding what we can do as pet owners to help support digestion. Whether it's changing foods or just adding in a few supplements, the options seem endless. Take a moment to see…
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Animal Turning Pink
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Goat's Milk & It's Many Advantages

Ever seen an older cartoon with a cat lapping up milk? I often wonder if that was a bowl of goat's milk now that all of my animals are hooked. Raw goat's milk has an amazing amount of nutrients and can satisfy more daily requirements than even…
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Animal Limping
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All Limps Are Not Made Equal

A limp can have more meaning than one might fathom. Ranging from a simple muscle spasm to cancer, a limp is something that should not be taken lightly. At one point or another, most animals and humans will deal with a change in gait in…
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Alternative Options For Luxating Patella
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Alternative Options For Luxating Patella

What exactly is a luxating patella? A luxating patella is known as a “floating kneecap”, and I often liken it to the disease Osgood Schlatters in people. Though the process by which it occurs may differ, the actual movement of the…
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Animal Fixing
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If It Ain't Broke, Don't Fix It?

For years few have questioned whether or not to get their animal fixed. It was routine, the standard of care, and the norm. It wasn’t so much a matter of IF you would get your pet fixed, rather of when. Adopted, rescued, breeder purchased,…
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Senior Dog Tips
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Senior Dog Tips

Rachel Witucki is one of our Pet Beastro correspondents. This month she's decided to do a piece on older dogs, seeing as November is adopt a senior animal month! There are some wonderful tips in her article that should absolutely be tried…
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Hip Dysplasia
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A More Intense Look At Hip Dysplasia

Hip dysplasia is one of the most dreaded diagnoses one can hear as a dog owner. Recently, the prevalence of hip dysplasia seems to have increased; yet the number of solutions remains the same. When it comes to this disease, there is little…
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Veggies For Animals
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Don't Forget Your Veggies...Especially For Fido!

For years there's been a debate on whether or not animals need a supplemental amount of roughage in the diet. We here at AAC give two huge paws and hooves up to vegetables and encourage all clients to hand down some carrots and apples when their…
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Transitioning Your Cat To A RAW Diet
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Transitioning Your Cat To A RAW Diet

Ever been curious on how to get your fussy kitty to switch to a raw diet? Our residential blogger of Handi-Cat Melanie Lusnak was certainly curious and decided to bust out the big guns and ask WWJTD (What would Jill Tack do?). See what she suggested…
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Wobbler Disease
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Wobbler Disease

What exactly is Wobbler disease? If you are a horse owner, you may be quite familiar with the disease. Did you know, however, that Wobbler disease is no stranger to canines? Let’s take a deeper look. What is Wobbler Syndrome? Wobbler…
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Animal Discs
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Let's Discuss Discs.

The intervertebral disc is so small, yet it plays such a large part in our anatomy. The disc has multiple purposes, such as shock absorption and cushioning, and is an integral part of the spine. Without the disc, we would not be able…
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Animal Turning Pink
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Why Is My Pooch Turning Pink?

If you have a white animal or one with very little hair then you may know what I’m talking about. My dog is a tricolor hound mix, and I’ve noticed that throughout the day he is like a mood ring, or at least his belly is! First thing…
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