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Taurine is an essential nutrient for cats, with recognised roles in retinal function, cardiac health, reproduction and bile acid conjugation. Because cats have…
Chronic hepatitis in dogs can develop quietly, with increased liver enzymes, reduced appetite, weight loss, vomiting or vague changes in behaviour appearing…
The impact of deworming with fenbendazole on the fecal microbiome of kittens is an important clinical question because parasite control and gastrointestinal…
The canine gut microbiome is increasingly recognised as a source of biologically active signals that can influence distant organs. Its metabolites, cell-wall…
Feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD) is a clinical syndrome rather than a single diagnosis. It can involve feline idiopathic cystitis, urolithiasis,…
Arthritic dogs are often managed with a combination of weight control, exercise modification, analgesia and nutritional support. Omega-3 fatty acids,…
Cats living under the same roof can develop measurably different gut microbiome profiles, even when they eat the same food and use a shared litter box. A…
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) in dogs is often accompanied by anaemia, reduced appetite, weight loss and gastrointestinal disturbance. Iron status can become…
Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI) can alter digestion, nutrient absorption and the intestinal ecosystem. In affected dogs, reduced pancreatic enzyme…
Arginine is an essential amino acid for cats, with roles extending well beyond protein synthesis. It supports the urea cycle, immune function, tissue repair…