Veterinary technician Kourtney McFarland holds a cat as she is prepped for procedure to correct gum disease March 11 at The Cat Clinic of Northwest Arkansas in Rogers. Gingivostomatitis is a common inflammatory disease that affects the gums of cats and many pet owners don't realize their cats have it, said veterinarian Angela Rose. Visit nwaonline.com/photos for today's photo gallery.
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Pet owners throughout Northwest Arkansas are struggling to find veterinary services in the region.
The state ranks last in access to veterinary medicine, according to a 2024 study by veterinarians.org.
