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National Check the Chip Day is August 15th.
We've probably all been there: you're petting your cat and feel something that wasn't there before. Does Fluffy's new bump need to be checked out by her vet? Or you're watching your dog play and notice he's not walking or running quite right. Is Fido's limp a reason to go to his doctor?
Many of us know of someone who has been bitten by a neighborhood dog. Often, those involved will say that nobody saw it coming.
If your dog coughs a lot, seems to gag, and/or no longer has the stamina to go on miles-long hikes, it could be due to heart problems.
Kitty urinary problems are often difficult to diagnose. They can even be difficult for you as the cat owner to recognize unless kitty chooses a location away from the litter box to urinate.
There are multiple reasons your dog's body temperature could be higher than normal - they could have a fever (which often means infection), or it could be elevated from environmental factors such as heat and humidity.
When choosing the right dog for you and your family, there are many considerations to weigh. One of the more difficult issues is the question of whether to get a mixed breed (mutt) or a purebred dog.
