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Cats communicate with their meows, but there are also many meow-free ways that they can get their point across. In this episode of Cone of Shame, Dr. Andy Roark discusses 4 ways our feline friends communicate.

1. Staring

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2. Upright or horizontal tail

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3. Tongue baths & nose touching

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4. Purring

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Want to know more feline fun facts?

Watch the full Cone of Shame episode below to discover what goes on inside the mind of a cat!

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Danielle is a veterinary practice manager and the founder of SnoutSchool.com, a website dedicated to teaching veterinary hospitals to use social media effectively. You can get her 5 favorite social media tools here, or follow her on social media to see excessive photos of her Brussels Griffon. She’s @DanielleSnout on Snapchat, Instagram & Twitter.

It’s OK to admit that you think it’d be cool if your pet could talk. With cats, meowing can almost be like a secret language. In this episode of Cone of Shame, Dr. Andy Roark explains how.

Cats mostly meow for our benefit.

 

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Meows aren’t like barks.

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Your aunt really may be able to to talk to her cat…

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Discover more cat secrets!

Now you know that cats and people can essentially have secret languages, but do you know why cats like to interlock tails or purr? Watch the full episode of Cone of Shame below to find out!

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Danielle is a veterinary practice manager and the founder of SnoutSchool.com, a website dedicated to teaching veterinary hospitals to use social media effectively. You can get her 5 favorite social media tools here, or follow her on social media to see excessive photos of her Brussels Griffon. She’s @DanielleSnout on Snapchat, Instagram & Twitter.

Can you give Pepto Bismol to pets? The suspiciously pink substance has helped your stomach, but is it okay for your furry friend? In this episode of Ask Dr. Andy, Dr. Roark covers three things you need to know.

1. You cannot EVER give it to cats.

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2. A key ingredient causes concern with pets.

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3. Discuss dosing in dogs with your vet first.

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Want more info?

Pepto Bismol should only be given to dogs if advised by your veterinarian. If you want to find out more about Pepto Bismol in pets, watch the full video below!

Danielle is a veterinary practice manager and the founder of SnoutSchool.com, a website dedicated to teaching veterinary hospitals to use social media effectively. You can get her 5 favorite social media tools here, or follow her on social media to see excessive photos of her Brussels Griffon. She’s @DanielleSnout on Snapchat, Instagram & Twitter.

What can you do if you’re allergic to pets, but want to have them in your home?

1. Get yourself allergy tested.

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Find an allergist that loves pets so they’ll understand your interests. An allergist will be able to ensure that you’re allergic to pets, not pollen being carried in on pets’ coats.

2. Hit the bath.

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Bathing your pet at least once or twice a week can help to remove the allergens you’re reacting to. Be sure to make baths a positive experience by including lots of treats!

3.Rock a HEPA filter.

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HEPA air filters come in many forms, but should be used for at least 4 hours a day.

4. Keep up with the wash.

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Washing your hands, washing your bedding, washing your pets’ bedding… You need to do a LOT of washing to keep up ahead of the allergens. If you have cats, be sure to rotate which things you’re washing to decrease stress.

5. No pets in the bedroom.

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It’s a hard request, but an important one if you want to keep your immune system happy.

Want to learn more?

Watch this episode of Cone of Shame in full below, or subscribe to Cone of Shame on YouTube.

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Danielle is a veterinary practice manager and the founder of SnoutSchool.com, a website dedicated to teaching veterinary hospitals to use social media effectively. You can get her 5 favorite social media tools here, or follow her on social media to see excessive photos of her Brussels Griffon. She’s @DanielleSnout on Snapchat, Instagram & Twitter.

Would you know if your pet was having an emergency? If you’re concerned about something happening right now, call your vet.

To prep for the future, catch this episode of Cone of Shame. Dr. Andy Roark covers 5 types of breathing and digestive emergencies pets can experience, complete with tips on how to identify problems.

1. Vomiting & diarrhea

Vomiting & diarrhea can become an emergency if they continue for an extended period of time (24+ hours), or are accompanied by other clinical signs. (See GIF below for signs to watch for in your pet).

 

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Other points to take into consideration:

• If your pet vomits more than 3 times, call your veterinarian.
• Your pet isn’t eating, but usually loves food more than life itself? Contact your vet.

 

2. Bloat

When air becomes trapped in your pet’s stomach and the stomach twists over on itself, it causes a life-threatening condition that requires immediate attention.

The medical term for this is gastric dilation-volvulus, but we commonly call it “bloat.” If your pet has a painful or bloated belly paired with any of the signs below, head straight to the vet.

 

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3. Breathing problems

If your pet is struggling to breathe, that is an emergency.

 

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4. Throat blockage

If your pet has something lodged in their throat, head straight to the veterinary hospital.

 

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5. Changes in gum color

Your pet’s gum color can tell you a lot about their health. If you see changes, don’t wait to tell your vet.

 

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Don’t wait to get to the vet!

The content in this blog and video is meant to give you guidelines, but it isn’t medical advice. If you’re concerned that your pet is having an emergency, contact a veterinarian immediately.

Want more info?

For more details on how to identify an emergency in your pet, watch the full episode. Want more info to help keep your pet safe and healthy? Subscribe to the Cone of Shame channel on YouTube.

 

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Danielle is a former veterinary practice manager and the founder of SnoutSchool.com, a website dedicated to teaching veterinary hospitals to use social media effectively. You can get her 5 favorite social media tools here, or follow her on social media to see excessive photos of her Brussels Griffon. She’s @DanielleSnout on Snapchat, Instagram & Twitter.

In this Cone of Shame episode, Dr. Andy Roark has some unexpected and interesting facts about heartworm. From the incredibly long lifespan of a heartworm to the shocking array of animals that can be infected, these 5 tidbits of trivia will help you impress your friends.*

*Disclaimer: Your friends will only be impressed if they also work at a vet clinic. The rest of your squad wants to be able to eat their spaghetti without you telling them it looks like a parasite.

1. They live long lives.

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• After heartworms are transmitted to dogs or cats by mosquitoes, it takes 6 months for those worms to become adults.
• The test veterinarians use to test for heartworm only detects adult worms.

2. Cats can get heartworm.

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• Felines are an atypical host for heartworm, meaning most won’t reach the adult stage in a cat.
• Signs of heartworm in cats include: Stumbling, seizures, fainting, fluid accumulation in the abdomen & more.
• Talk to your veterinarian about prevention, as there is no way to treat heartworm in cats.

3. Heartworms have other hosts.

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• Heartworm isn’t just a concern for cats and dogs! Other animals, from ferrets to sea lions, can get heartworm.

4.It’s everywhere!

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• The American Heartworm Society recommends Think 12. This means you should get your pet tested for heartworm every 12 months, and your pet should be on heartworm prevention 12 months out of the year.

5. Testing is important.

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Want to learn even MORE about heartworm?

Watch this full episode of Cone of Shame below to discover even more about heartworm disease. Be sure to subscribe to Cone of Shame on YouTube so you never miss an episode!

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Danielle is a veterinary practice manager and the founder of SnoutSchool.com, a website dedicated to teaching veterinary hospitals to use social media effectively. You can get her 5 favorite social media tools here, or follow her on social media to see excessive photos of her Brussels Griffon. She’s @DanielleSnout on Snapchat, Instagram & Twitter.