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Ask a Vet Tech | Kitty keeps throwing up hairballs (again) and crystals forming in urine
By: Mel Adams, RVT “Ask a Vet Tech” is an ongoing advice column written by our resident pet expert and registered vet technician, Mel Adams. You can find her online at: www.vettechmel.com. Question: I have a male cat that has a problem with crystals forming in his urine. The vet has him on a prescription urinary diet. I am sure it works, but the cost of this product is high and he will not eat the wet food. Also, the contents are from animal by-products which I do not like. My research shows that water is the number one item to keep this problem at bay. I have found a less expensive alternative that can be bought at the grocery store. If you were in my...
Read MoreAsk a Vet Tech | Kitty keeps throwing up hairballs
By: Mel Adams, RVT “Ask a Vet Tech” is an ongoing advice column written by our resident pet expert and registered vet technician, Mel Adams. You can find her online at: www.vettechmel.com. Question: My cat keeps throwing up hairballs at least once every month. What can I do to prevent these disgusting little surprises? Answer: I can answer this because I, too have looked for the answer. Having had roommates whose cats had hairball issues and also clients who have asked me what to do about them, here is what I can tell you. Hairball Anatomy - The expulsion of a hairball from a cat is much like vomiting, so it is important to be able to tell the difference. Both...
Read MoreAsk a Vet Tech | Is Pet Insurance Worthwhile?
By: Mel Adams, RVT “Ask a Vet Tech” is an ongoing advice column written by our resident pet expert and registered vet technician, Mel Adams. You can find her online at: www.vettechmel.com. Question: My dog was recently hospitalized for a few days. I am now considering pet insurance to help cover any future vet costs. Is pet insurance really worth the monthly fee? Answer: I can answer this question because I’ve spoken to many pet insurance companies and used to also make recommendations for clients at the clinics I have worked at. I’ve heard the success stories and the insurance disasters. Here is what I can tell you: First Things First - When it comes to pet...
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