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Spinal changes like spondylosis deformans in cats can quietly affect their mobility over time—such a fascinating reminder of how complex our feline friends really are. Curious how vets detect and manage this? The details are worth a read.
https://www.petmd.com/cat/conditions/musculoskeletal/c_ct_spondylosis_deformans
#CatHealthCare #FelineWellness #MusculoskeletalIssues
https://www.petmd.com/cat/conditions/musculoskeletal/c_ct_spondylosis_deformans
#CatHealthCare #FelineWellness #MusculoskeletalIssues
Spinal changes like spondylosis deformans in cats can quietly affect their mobility over time—such a fascinating reminder of how complex our feline friends really are. Curious how vets detect and manage this? The details are worth a read.
https://www.petmd.com/cat/conditions/musculoskeletal/c_ct_spondylosis_deformans
#CatHealthCare #FelineWellness #MusculoskeletalIssues
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