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 |  | | Fleas are a common problem for dogs as well as their owners. As if flea bites aren’t bad enough, some pets are “flea allergic” and develop severe itching and scratching with even trivial infestations of fleas. |  K9 Advantix Frontline Plus for Dogs | |
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 | | | The risk of gingivitis and periodontal disease is the same for your pet as it is for people. If left untreated, bacteria build-up, plaque and tartar, can lead to infection and more severe health problems. | | Bonies All-Natural Dental Chew CET Dental Kit | |
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 | | | Fleas love to eat tapeworm eggs. A larva grows inside of the flea. When your cat or dog eats an infected flea, the larva matures into an adult tapeworm, attaching itself to the animal’s intestines where it will continue to grow and thrive. | | Tapeworm Tabs Virbantel by Virbac | |
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 | | | Hot spots are caused by anything that irritates the skin and initiates an itch-scratch cycle, but the most common irritants are fleas. Other causes are allergies to flea, inhalants, food, parasitic disease (sarcoptic and demodectic mange), anal gland disease, poor grooming, tick and mosquito bites, burrs and summer heat. | | HomeoPet Hot Spots Nurtured Pets | |
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 | | | Ear disease is one of the most frequent reasons owners seek veterinary help. There are many causes of ear problems, ranging from foreign objects, infections, trauma or even tumors. | | Otiderm Ear Cleanser DVM Ear Treatments | |
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 | | | Dog shedding can be one of the most frustrating parts of pet ownership according to a recent survey on PetPlace.com. Over 72% of survey responders said that pet hair or fur was a substantial problem in their homes and lives. | | FURminator Shed Pro | |
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 | | | The primary causes of obesity in dogs are overeating and lack of exercise. When regular caloric intake exceeds the energy burned, the excess is stored as fat in your dog. | | Joint Treats Vetri Lean Weight Supplement | |
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 | | | Diarrhea results from excessive water content in the feces and is a possible sign of intestinal diseases in the dog. Diarrhea can affect your dog by causing extreme fluid loss, which leads to dehydration, electrolyte disturbances, and/or acid-base imbalances. | | DiaGel for Dogs Fortiflora Canine Nutritional Supplement | |
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| Urinary problems can be caused by a variety of disorders including bladder stones, infections, urethral obstructions, as well as a condition called feline idiopathic cystitis (FIC). FIC is the inflammation of the urinary bladder in cats. | | Uromaxxx for Cats Nature Vet Urinary Support | | |  |
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| Ear mites are the most common mites to infest cats and they are very contagious, usually spreading to most cats in the household. These mites are typically found in kittens and younger cats. | | Otomite Plus Mita Clear | | |  |
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| Fleas are a common problem for cats as well as their owners. As if flea bites weren't bad enough, some pets are “flea allergic” and develop severe itching and scratching with even trivial infestations of fleas. | | Program Flea Control Advantage Flea Control | | |  |
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| Hairballs, also called trichobezoar or fur balls, develop when a cat grooms themselves with their tongue and ingests the hair. This hair forms into a mat or ball within the digestive system and often leads to gastrointestinal symptoms, especially if it obstructs the pathway of food from the stomach. As it makes its way further into your cat's digestive system, it can cause constipation. | | Calm Coat Hairball Treatment NatureVet Natural Hairball Aid | | |  |
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| Chronic renal (kidney) failure (CRF) is a common problem in all cat breeds. The digestion of food produces waste products, which are carried by blood to the kidneys to be filtered and excreted in the form of urine. | | Azodyl Renal Function Support Welactin for cats | | |  |
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| Vomiting is a reflex act that results in the forceful ejection through the mouth of the contents of the stomach and/or the duodenum in the small intestine. Chronic vomiting is characterized by vomiting of a duration greater than two weeks. | | Pet-A-Lyte Oral Electrolyte HomeoPet Digestive Upset | | |  |
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| Diabetes mellitus (DM) is one of the most common endocrine (hormonal) diseases of cats. It is a chronic condition in which a deficiency of the hormone insulin impairs the body’s ability to metabolize sugar. | | Purina Glucotest FOR CATS Real Food Toppers | | |  |
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Fleas
Periodontal Disease
Tapeworms
Hot Spots
Allergies
Ear Infections
Shedding
Obesity
Diarrhea
