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Can Dogs Eat Tomatoes? You’re making dinner and your dog is watching your every move with those hopeful eyes, and there’s a tomato right there. Can dogs eat tomatoes? The answer is yes, with a few reasonable caveats. Ripe tomatoes are generally safe for dogs in small to moderate amounts, and the risk of serious…

Why Is My Dog Licking His Paws? You’ve noticed your dog licking his paws again. Maybe it’s a quick grooming session, or maybe it’s been going on for hours and you’re starting to wonder if something is wrong. Dogs lick their paws for many reasons and while occasional licking is completely normal, persistent or excessive…

Can You Put Neosporin On A Dog? When your dog gets a cut or scrape, your first instinct might be to reach for the Neosporin in your medicine cabinet, but should you? For minor, superficial wounds, our team at Lane Veterinary may give the green light to use Neosporin on your dog, but only under…

Can Cats Eat Garlic? It’s a quick question that many cat owners find themselves asking: can cats eat garlic? The answer is a firm no. Garlic is toxic to cats and should never be fed to them in any form, meaning raw, cooked, powdered, or as part of another food. This blog will help you…

Do Cats Get Acne? If you’ve noticed small black specks or red bumps on your cat’s chin, you might be surprised to learn that cats can actually get acne. Cat acne is a real and fairly common skin condition in cats, and while it’s not usually dangerous, it can be uncomfortable for your cat and…

Cat Sneezing: Causes & Treatments Cat sneezing is exactly what it sounds like, which is a reflexive expulsion of air through the nose and mouth triggered by irritation in the upper respiratory tract, but the reasons behind it vary more than most pet owners realize. A single sneeze means very little, but frequent, persistent, or…

Why Is My Cat Drooling? Cat drooling can be perfectly normal or a red flag that something is seriously wrong, and knowing the difference is exactly what every cat owner needs. Some cats drool lightly when they’re relaxed and content, while others drool as a direct response to dental pain, nausea, toxin exposure, or organ…

How to Help a Teething Kitten How to help a teething kitten often starts with recognizing that this short stage can feel confusing for both kittens and their families. Tiny teeth push through sensitive gums, curiosity ramps up, and chewing suddenly becomes a daily habit. We often hear from new kitten owners who wonder why…

Why Does My Cat Stare At Me? In most cases, a cat’s steady gaze is their quiet way of communicating. Cats rely on eye contact to observe, bond, request attention, and assess their surroundings. When we notice a direct gaze, it can feel intense or even a little unsettling, but that look often carries simple…

Cat Coughing: Causes and Treatment Cat coughing often catches us off guard. One moment our cat naps in a sunbeam, and the next, a dry, hacking sound fills the room. We may wonder whether it is a hairball, a cold, or something more serious. Cat coughing describes a reflex that helps clear the airway, but…