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Pancreatitis in Ferrets
Yes, ferrets can get pancreatitis and it turns out it may be a bit more common than most vets thought! Infectious, inflammatory, and endocrine diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease, parasitic infection, diarrhea, or insulinoma are commonly diagnosed in ferrets, but somehow pancreatitis seems to remain overlooked in many cases. Although in the past scientist…
Can dogs eat chia seed pudding?
Chia seed pudding has become a favorite breakfast staple for many households due to the many health benefits attributed to chia seeds. However, while chia seeds are fairly safe in moderation for dogs, chia seed pudding may not be the best treat for your dog. Since most chia seed puddings are made with nut milk…
Can dogs eat pecans?
No dogs should not eat pecans Pecans are bad for dogs because of their high-fat content which puts them at an increased risk for pancreatitis and a compound called juglone which is toxic to dogs.
Pancreatitis in Pets: Pet safety during the holidays
Our fur babies are a significant part of the family, so why wouldn’t we want them to take part in the holiday festivities like everyone else? A little treat here, a turkey bone there, what’s the harm? While usually there is little to no harm, in some cases your pet may be faced with an unfortunate bout…
What a veterinarian feeds her dog with pancreatitis
I have one dog (Chi-Chi) that suffers from pancreatitis and another (Cha-Cha) that suffers from occasional IBS. Talk about a sore stomach! As a pet parent, I want to ensure my dogs are eating foods that will not aggravate their sensitive stomachs and since I have two dogs with gastrointestinal issues, I have to be…