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    Pain meds for spaying

    Spaying(a complete ovariohysterectomy) is a major procedure with a moderate level of pain involved. Depending on the anesthesia given, little to no pain control may be achieved post operatively. If the Humane Society does not offer pain meds upon request, I'd call your regular vet before the...
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    Homeopathetic Help for arthritis- Honey and Bee venom

    My 12 year old neut. male has severe arthritis in his lower spine, tail, knees and ankles. He also has Feline Eosinophilic Granuloma complex(unidentified alleregy, presumed environmental), where his upper lip swells and his has some asthma that causes him to snore. I have him on organic...
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    Article about pet health care costs

    As a vet tech, I can vouch that you get what you pay for- services or food. It drives me crazy when people are more concerned over their budget than quality healthcare from a good vet. Our markup is about 75%, which helps pay employees and operating costs. The benefit is we know your pet, care...
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    How much care...

    I would be sure to feed her a high quality diet(high fat and protein,low carbs) and be sure to monitor her drinking and urination. With her age, kidney function is something you want to monitor...Be sure to have her thyroid tests done as often as recommeneded too. Also, keep an eye on her...
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    Pain Meds after Spaying?

    As a vet tech, I would definitely would rec pain meds. Spaying(a complete hysterectomy) is a relatively painful procedure. Even though cats are more tolerant of pain than most of us, a few days(3-4 is what my clinic Rx's) will be appreciated by your girls. I'm sure your vet does a bunch of...
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    Older cat pulling hair out

    I'd first make sure she doesn't have fleas, then suspect allergies.
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    Hello

    Hi, I'm new to the site and have been urged to introduce myself.My name is Jen, obviously, and I have 6 kitties of my own. I'm a LVT in PA and love my job. I have 2 senior members in my pride, Piglet 12(orange tabby DLH) and Clint Black 8(black DSH), Ferdinand Magellan is 4(tabby DLH), Aimee...
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    Anyone feed Innova Evo? Thoughts?

    I recently bought dry Innova Evo. It's supposed to have lowest carbs of any dry available. I'd like to hear from anyone who'd fed it, positve and negative feedback. I strive to feed my 6 the best I can afford, but am reluctant to try new foods without samples...Any comments would be greatly...
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