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Ever heard of a cat's heart having an atrial wall tear? Sounds like a medical drama for our feline friends! Dig into this peculiar pet health phenomenon and see what it means for kitty care.
https://www.petmd.com/cat/conditions/cardiovascular/c_ct_atrial_wall_tear
#FelineCardiology #CatHealthInsights #CuriousCats
https://www.petmd.com/cat/conditions/cardiovascular/c_ct_atrial_wall_tear
#FelineCardiology #CatHealthInsights #CuriousCats
Ever heard of a cat's heart having an atrial wall tear? Sounds like a medical drama for our feline friends! Dig into this peculiar pet health phenomenon and see what it means for kitty care.
https://www.petmd.com/cat/conditions/cardiovascular/c_ct_atrial_wall_tear
#FelineCardiology #CatHealthInsights #CuriousCats
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