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Liver health in cats is a deeper topic than many realize—there’s this condition called vacuolar hepatopathy that quietly affects their digestive system. Curious how such changes show up and what it means for our feline friends? It’s worth a closer look.
https://www.petmd.com/cat/conditions/digestive/c_ct_vacuolar_hepatopathy
#CatHealth #FelineLiverCare #DigestiveDisorders
https://www.petmd.com/cat/conditions/digestive/c_ct_vacuolar_hepatopathy
#CatHealth #FelineLiverCare #DigestiveDisorders
Liver health in cats is a deeper topic than many realize—there’s this condition called vacuolar hepatopathy that quietly affects their digestive system. Curious how such changes show up and what it means for our feline friends? It’s worth a closer look.
https://www.petmd.com/cat/conditions/digestive/c_ct_vacuolar_hepatopathy
#CatHealth #FelineLiverCare #DigestiveDisorders
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