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Gato observa uma pequena bola de pelo no chão enquanto a tutora acompanha atentamente, com pote de água e caixa de areia ao fundo.

When to Seek Help14/09/20266 min read

Cat vomits a hairball: when to monitor at home and which signs need a vet

An isolated hairball may be an occasional event. Learn how to distinguish vomiting from coughing, what to monitor, and which signs require veterinary care.

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Cachorro dourado deitado em um tapete dentro de casa, lambendo uma das patas dianteiras, com cama pet e brinquedo de corda ao fundo.

When to Seek Help14/09/20267 min read

Dog Keeps Licking Its Paws: Signs of Itching and When to See a Veterinarian

Occasional licking can be normal, but frequent licking with redness, odor, pain, or swelling deserves attention. Learn the signs, relative urgency, and what to record for the visit...

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Cão idoso de pelagem dourada caminhando pela sala à noite, com relógio marcando 02:17 e caderno de observações em primeiro plano.

When to Seek Help01/09/20266 min read

Senior dog won’t sleep and paces at night: what to track before the vet visit

Nighttime pacing in a senior dog should not automatically be blamed on age. Learn what to observe, how to document the pattern, and which signs call for faster veterinary assessmen...

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Gato próximo a uma caixa de areia limpa em ambiente doméstico, representando a observação de alterações no hábito de urinar.

When to Seek Help08/08/20266 min read

Cat peed outside the box: how to differentiate elimination, marking and clinical signs

Pee outside the box may indicate marking, aversion to the bathroom or a urinary problem. See the pattern, warning signs and when to seek veterinary care.

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Cão e gato mantidos afastados de um morcego no chão, em cena educativa sobre prevenção da raiva e sem contato direto.

When to Seek Help07/08/20267 min read

Dog or cat had contact with a bat: what to do without touching the animal and why the up-to-date vaccine does not end the evaluation

If a dog or cat touches, bites or hunts a bat, do not touch the wild animal. Call your veterinarian for zoonosis, even if your rabies vaccine is up to date.

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Como confirmar a campanha antirrábica municipal e preparar cão ou gato para a vacinação com transporte e contenção seguros

When to Seek Help04/08/202611 min read

Rabies vaccination 2026: how to confirm the date and prepare dogs and cats

Learn how to find the official 2026 rabies vaccination calendar, check local rules and prepare your dog or cat with more safety and less stress.

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Médica-veterinária conversa por videochamada com responsável por um animal e avalia se o caso pode continuar remotamente ou exige atendimento presencial.

When to Seek Help03/08/202611 min read

Teleorientation, teletriage and veterinary teleconsultation: what each service can solve

Understand the difference between teleguidance, teletriage and veterinary teleconsultation, their legal limits and when the animal needs in-person care.

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Responsável por um animal confere no celular o número de registro CRMV do médico-veterinário antes da consulta

When to Seek Help02/08/202610 min read

How to check if veterinary care is provided by a qualified professional

Learn how to check the name, number and status of the CRMV before in-person, home or online consultations and know when to contact the Regional Council.

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