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Could Some Cat Foods Contribute to Feline Hyperthyroidism?

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The amount of cats that have been diagnosed with hyperthyroidism in the last three decades has increased, and surprisingly fish flavoured cat food could be the culprit. Hyperthyroidism is a condition that occurs when the thyroid gland produces an excess of hormones. Excessive amounts of these thyroid hormones can cause thyrotoxicosis. It has previously been thought that cats being exposed to flame …

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Why Does My Dog Scratch So Much?: How Diet Can Cause Itchy Skin

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Dogs itch, which can be treated by that dog itch cream, and scratch all the time, but when scratching becomes excessive it might be time to seek help. There are many reasons as to why your dog might be scratching so much, some simple, some not so much. Some causes of itchy skin include; skin infections, irritation, parasites, fleas or …

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