pet health

The Health Implications Influenza Virus Infection Has For Pets

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Do you realize human influenza virus can transmit to pets?  Are you taking precautions to prevent transmission of zoonotic disease (those capable of interspecies transmission). This article originally appeared on Dr. Mahaney’s The Daily Vet column on petMD.   The influenza virus has come out in full force this year and sickened people from coast-to-coast. The 2012-2013 influenza

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Dr. Patrick Mahaney Talks Itchy Dogs for Body Temple L.A.

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  I’m honored to be called up to share my veterinary perspective for any like-minded media outlet.  So, I was extra enthusiastic to have my client request my perspective on the causes of itching dogs.  Check out: Itchy Dog? Dr. Patrick Mahaney Can Help! on Body Temple L.A. One of the biggest problems I see with dog owners in regards

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How Often Should You take Your Cat to the Vet?

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This article originally appeared on my ongoing series of articles for Flexcin International, Inc as How Often Should You take Your Cat to the Vet? Recent statistics are showing a drastic difference in the amount of veterinary care that felines receive in comparison to their barking counterparts. Dogs average about 1.8 visits to the vet each year while cats lag

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How Christmas Reminds Me of the Most Important Gift of All: My Own Dog’s Health

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Although this post went live for Christmas 2012, its message rings true year round. This article originally appeared on Dr. Mahaney’s The Daily Vet column on petMD. Happy holidays, Merry Christmas, and joyous “whatever” may be your preferred means of celebrating with family and friends during winter’s months. For me, this time of year has special significance as

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Preventing Periodontal Disease in Dogs and Cats

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This article originally appeared on my ongoing series of articles for Flexcin International, Inc as Preventing Periodontal Disease in Dogs and Cats Although February is Pet Dental Health Month, it’s vital that pet owners take measures to promote their pets’ best dental health all year round.  Like our own teeth, our pets’ teeth are just as susceptible to disease and

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