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Trypsin is an enzyme that is involved in the digestion of proteins in the small intestine. It is secreted by the pancreas as trypsinogen which is a non-activated enzyme (pro-enzyme). It becomes activated to trypsin once it is in the small intestine and then becomes involved in the digestion of proteins.
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Tolfenamic acid is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug used to relieve pain and inflammation. Your veterinarian may prescribe tolfenamic acid to reduce pain in arthritis or to reduce fever.
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Since dogs have tonsils, they also have tonsillitis. It is quite common particularly in small breeds of dogs.
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Preparations for eyes are available in the form of drops and ointments. They are used to treat a variety of disorders such as infection, inflammation (red eye), glaucoma, and keratoconjunctivitis sicca (dry eye syndrome).
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It is sometimes said that because cats are fussy eaters they are less easily poisoned than dogs. However, with their curiosity and fastidious grooming, intoxication is not that uncommon.
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Toxoplasmosis is a disease caused by infection with the organism called Toxoplasma gondii (T. gondii), a microscopic single-cell organism which is one of the most common parasites of animals.
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The trachea (windpipe) is a flexible tube leading from the mouth to the lungs. It is supported by a collection of cartilage rings which keep the tubes open, allowing air to enter the lungs on inspiration.
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Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a complete system of medicine developed to prevent and treat disease. Its roots are in writings and practices which were developed over millennia.
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Choosing the correct training package for dogs is just as important as selecting the right education system for children.
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There are many situations where a head collar may be recommended for your dog as it has the unique benefit of allowing control of the head that collars around the neck or body harnesses do not give.
