Dr. Rachel Ellison

Dr. Rachel Ellison

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Anesthesia for Cats: Our Vet Explains When It's Needed, Risks & Precautions

Anesthesia for Cats: Our Vet Explains When It's Needed, Risks & Precautions

Despite the widespread use of anesthesia in veterinary medicine, some cat owners may be unsure about the details surrounding anesthesia or even apprehensive of…

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By Dr. Rachel Ellison
Cat Dermatitis: Our Vet Explains the Causes, Signs, Treatment

Cat Dermatitis: Our Vet Explains the Causes, Signs, Treatment

Feline dermatitis is a broad, non-specific medical term that means inflammation of the skin in cats. This catch-all phrase is most often used as an umbrella of…

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By Dr. Rachel Ellison
Cat Spleen: Our Vet Explains What it is & How it Works

Cat Spleen: Our Vet Explains What it is & How it Works

The spleen often remains an elusive organ that many people have heard of, but not too many know the specifics of. And while they may be aware that their cat ha…

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By Dr. Rachel Ellison
What Causes Anemia in Cats? Our Vet Explains

What Causes Anemia in Cats? Our Vet Explains

Anemia is a decrease in the body’s normal amount of hemoglobin and/or healthy red blood cells in the blood. This itself is not a disease per se, but rather a r…

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By Dr. Rachel Ellison
Hard Lump on Cat's Lower Jaw: Causes & Care

Hard Lump on Cat's Lower Jaw: Causes & Care

If a cat pet parent were to find a lump on their cat’s lower jaw, they are likely to be very concerned. While there could be various causes or medical issues p…

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By Dr. Rachel Ellison