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Once medical conditions are ruled out, house-soiling can be broken down into two main categories: Inappropriate elimination (toileting) or marking (spraying). Learn more: Feline House-soiling: https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/doc/?id=9820130

This annoying parasite is a common source of ear infections, especially in cats and kittens. Where do they come from? How do you get rid of them? Learn more: Ear Mites in Dogs and Cats: https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/doc/?id=9820130

Other than spending time with them, how can you ensure that your pet - the one who shares your home and heart - remains as happy and healthy as possible? What's needed besides lots of love and time? Learn more: Keeping your Pet Healthy and Happy: https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/doc/?id=7339278

Dogs nose around in all sorts of things but they should not get crusty or ulcerated noses. When they do, there is generally a disease afoot and biopsy may well be needed to determine what is going on. Discoid lupus, or DLE, is a common disease of the leather of the nose. Thankfully, it is usually easily treated and there are many options. Learn more: Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE) in Dogs: https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/doc/?id=4952581

Aggression between familiar dogs in the same household is a common occurrence and is one of the most common reasons that dogs are surrendered, rehomed, or euthanized. When a fight occurs, damage to the relationship between the dogs can be difficult to repair. Learn how to address this type of aggression. Learn more: Aggression Between Familiar Dogs: https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/doc/?id=10001903

Sunscreen can and should be used on cats and dogs. Animals that have light-colored noses and thin, very short, or missing fur are most in need of protective sunscreen. Learn more: Sunscreen for Pets: https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/doc/?id=4952515

Getting sprayed by a skunk happens to curious dogs who stick their noses into places that annoy skunks. It happens to cats, too, just not nearly as often. Unless your pet has been skunked, you may not realize that the odor stuck to your pet is not the same minor one that you smell driving down a road where a skunk has released its scent. The up close and personal smell won’t just make you wrinkle your nose and gag a bit; it’s a bit like the acrid smell of burning rubber or ch

The use of CBD products in our pets has not been tested. Learn more: CBD Use in Pets: https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/doc/?id=9123378

Spay & Neuter Voucher Program Learn more: Voucher Program: http://www.stpgov.org/files/Departments/Animal_Services/VoucherApplication2020.pdf

Many owners never learned to trim their kitten’s nails and struggle with nail trims for their adult cat. To prevent scratches to people and furniture, as well as to decrease the potential of too long nails causing pain, difficulty walking, and other medical issues your cat’s nails will need to be trimmed from time to time. To make trimming your cat’s nails easy for you and acceptable for your cat will take time, patience, and rewards. Learn more: Nail Trims for Adult Cats: ht