Lee Pickett
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Lee Pickett, VMD, practices companion animal medicine in North Carolina. Contact her at AskTheVet.pet. Copyright 2024 Lee Pickett, VMD. Distributed by Creators.com
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Cats See Well in Dim Light
While cats can’t see in pitch-black conditions, they can detect light that is six times dimmer than what humans can see.
Head Tilting More Common Among Smart Dogs
Smart dogs tilt their heads more often than other dogs.
Pet Chewing on One Side of Mouth Needs Dental X-Rays
Find answers to frequently asked questions about your furry best friend’s dental and eye health.
Grass Hay Should Be Freely Available to Pet Rabbit
A rabbit’s diet should consist of a variety of fresh grass hays.
Contagious, Deadly Parvovirus Persists in Environment
Vaccination is very effective at preventing parvovirus infection.
Centipede Bite Hurts Like Bee Sting
The venom of a common centipede is not dangerous to a pet, but the sting will hurt them.
Ingested Pennies Toxic to Pets
Pennies have zinc in their core which is detrimental to pets when ingested.
Sterilizing Pet Rabbits Has Medical and Behavioral Benefits
The fastest and easiest way to check the gender of a young rabbit is through a veterinarian.
Cat’s Silent Heart Disease Causes Painful Hind Leg Paralysis
Cats who suffer from saddle thromboembolism are not expected to recover.
Dogs That Eat High-Fat Snacks Risk Pancreatitis
Dogs with pancreatitis will experience pain, loss of appetite, and other symptoms.
