Inflammatory bowel disease can be a challenging disease to diagnose, involving many different tests and treatment trials. Frustration levels can run high!

In this episode I dive into:

• What IBD in dogs actually is - the body’s own immune system over-reacting to what is going on in the gut causing inflammation
• The common symptoms of inflammatory bowel disease
• The challenge of making a diagnosis, which can include: blood samples, stool sample testing, medication trial, diet trials, ultrasound, and intestinal biopsy
• Other diseases that may need to be considered (especially in Marley’s case with straining and greasy stools
• The importance of clear communication and option of referral

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So many great questions were asked during this special live version of the show (and hopefully the answers were equally good!). I also review the year we all want to forget. And look forward to 2021 and how I can best serve you and your furry family

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Today we're on a puppy information extravaganza and I talk all about the best time to spay or neuter your dog, how to tell if your puppy is having potty training accidents or actually suffering from a bladder infection, and when to transition your pup onto adult dog food.

So take a deep breath and let's dive in!

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Are you struggling to know the healthiest diet to feed your dog? You don’t want to home cook or feed raw but are now trying to decide which is best between wet vs dry dog food?

What to feed your dog is one of the hottest (and most contentious) topics in the pet health world.

And I doubt you’re expecting the answer I’m going to give…

Learn more about feeding wet vs dry dog food

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Are you thinking of bringing a new puppy into your family? Are you worried about making sure they have had the best possible start in life?

You should be!

Puppy farmers know the questions you are going to ask, they understand exactly what you hope to see when you go and pick up your new puppy, and they will give you the “right” answer every single time.

The truth of the matter is that you need to be on your toes to make sure that the puppy you bring home really is everything that you have been led to believe. With a new puppy selling for thousands of dollars, you had better believe that there are plenty of puppy farmers out there looking to con you out of your money.

With the right knowledge, however, you can fight back…

Get all on info in the complete show notes about what to look for when buying a puppy

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Bladder stones in dogs are not uncommon, and one of the harder types to manage are being seen more and more in the veterinary clinic.

Has your dog had bladder stones? Are you struggling to understand how to stop them from coming back?

Calcium oxalate bladder stones in dogs are, unfortunately, becoming more common as we are better able to treat and prevent the most common stone type, struvite. This is a problem because calcium oxalate stones are not simple to treat, and can be really challenging to prevent from coming back.

But it is possible.

Learn more about dog calcium oxalate stones

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Can you imagine what life would be like if your mouth was in constant agony?

How would you eat?

For cats that suffer from stomatitis, living with a permanently inflamed and painful mouth is just so miserable. It can also be a really challenging disease to treat.

But just what is this disease? What causes stomatitis in cats? And what is the best stomatitis treatment for your cat?

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Have you tried to put a collar on your cat but really struggle to get them to keep it on?

Have you thought about using a harness to take your cat outside but don’t know where to start?

Leili and Kevin are two dedicated cat parents who have turned their passion into a mission to both educate and provide you with the safest and most cat-friendly collars and harnesses wherever you are in the world.

Who better to talk to when it comes to:

• Tips for getting a cat used to wearing a collar
• Cat collar safety
• What to include on your cat’s ID tag and should you add a bell
• Why you should consider using a cat harness
• How to harness train a cat and explore safely

For all the links, information, and more check out the full show notes. And head over to supakit.co and use the code OPH to get 10% off at checkout

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You're not alone if you want to mix something with your dog's normal food to increase the flavor and interest for them. But adding the wrong topper could actually negatively impact their health.

This is what you need to know...

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Do you let your cat outdoors unsupervised or keep them inside all the time?

There are few other topics that provide such a polarization of opinion among cat lovers!

Keep your cat indoors and they're going to be bored, fat, and lazy. But let your cat outside and they're going to be hit on the road or riddled with disease within a week!

But what really is the best option for your cat?

Head over to the full show notes

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