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Cats can have heart conditions you might not expect, like patent ductus arteriosus, which sounds complex but is all about tiny vessel connections. It’s fascinating how much vets can do to spot and treat these early! Curious pets might hide more under the surface than we think.
https://www.petmd.com/cat/conditions/cardiovascular/c_ct_patent_ductus_arteriosus
#CatHealthCare #FelineCardiology #PetWellness
https://www.petmd.com/cat/conditions/cardiovascular/c_ct_patent_ductus_arteriosus
#CatHealthCare #FelineCardiology #PetWellness
Cats can have heart conditions you might not expect, like patent ductus arteriosus, which sounds complex but is all about tiny vessel connections. It’s fascinating how much vets can do to spot and treat these early! Curious pets might hide more under the surface than we think.
https://www.petmd.com/cat/conditions/cardiovascular/c_ct_patent_ductus_arteriosus
#CatHealthCare #FelineCardiology #PetWellness
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