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• posted: Mar. 30, 2026

Sore Hocks in Rabbits: Spotting the Signs & Keeping Feet Healthy Sore hocks affect the majority of pet rabbits to some degree — yet many owners never know to look for Read More

• posted: Mar. 25, 2026

Keeping cats indoors is a wonderful way to protect them from dangers like cars, predators, and infectious diseases. However, indoor living requires a thoughtful approach to environmental enrichment to meet Read More

• posted: Mar. 16, 2026

Paralysis in pets can be a life-changing diagnosis, but it doesn’t have to be the end of an active, happy life. Whether your pet is recovering from an injury, dealing Read More

• posted: Mar. 09, 2026

Few things are more frustrating for cat parents than discovering a surprise puddle or pile outside the litter box. But before you trade your slippers for rubber boots, take heart—most Read More

• posted: Feb. 13, 2026

We all love our pets—but their breath? Not so much. While the occasional “doggy breath” or fishy feline kiss might seem normal, **persistent bad breath (halitosis)** is often a red Read More

• posted: Feb. 13, 2026

Is your dog a little rounder than they used to be? You're not alone—canine obesity is one of the most common and preventable health issues in pets today. But here’s Read More

• posted: Feb. 13, 2026

Why Chocolate Is Toxic to Pets Chocolate contains stimulants called theobromine and caffeine. While humans can metabolize these compounds easily, dogs and cats process them much more slowly. This allows toxins Read More

• posted: Jan. 08, 2026

Losing a limb doesn’t mean losing quality of life. At TLC Animal Hospital in El Paso, TX, we regularly help pet owners adapt to life with a “tripod” cat or Read More

• posted: Jan. 03, 2026

Introduction Chewing is a natural behavior for many pets—especially young, curious puppies and kittens. However, when that chewing involves electric cords, the consequences can be devastating. Electrocution injuries are not uncommon Read More

• posted: Jan. 03, 2026

Introduction Egg binding is a serious reproductive emergency in pet birds, particularly small species like budgies, cockatiels, and lovebirds. It occurs when a bird is unable to pass an egg, which Read More

• posted: Jan. 03, 2026

When Is Vomiting a Concern? Vomiting in cats - whether its food, fluid or fur – may be a sign of a deeper issue.  While occasional hairballs are common—especially in long-haired Read More

• posted: Jan. 02, 2026

Introduction Coprophagia—the act of eating feces—is a perplexing yet relatively common behavior in dogs. While it can be distressing for pet owners, understanding the motivations behind coprophagia can help guide effective Read More

• posted: Dec. 01, 2025

Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus (RHDV) is a highly contagious and often deadly viral disease affecting domestic and wild rabbits. Since its emergence in Europe, RHDV has spread to the United Read More

• posted: Dec. 01, 2025

If your dog scoots across the carpet or gives off a fishy odor from behind—don’t panic. They might be having trouble with their **anal glands**, a small but important part Read More

• posted: Dec. 01, 2025

Cryptorchidism might sound like a complex word, but it’s actually a common condition we see in young male pets—especially puppies and kittens. It means that one (or both) of the Read More