Just like people, cats and dogs develop diabetes. Dogs are more commonly affected by human type 1 diabetes and are always insulin dependent. Cats are more like overweight individuals who…

So, You just got a new animal companion OR you're moving and need to find a veterinarian. Most owners wonder how do they pick a good practice for their furry…

Cats unlike dogs as they age can develop elevated thyroid levels. This disease is called hyperthyroidism. In contrast, dogs typically develop and immune-mediated HYPO-thyroidism where they cannot make enough thyroid…

Heartworms are an important parasite that infects the pulmonary (lung) vessels going into the heart. Ultimately, the parasites migrate and set up shop in these vessels and act almost like…

When we hear the word leprosy today, it sounds like an old disease where people that were infected were sent off to colonies. What we don't realize is that dogs…

Young growing dogs can have an interesting affliction called panosteitis. This occurs with inflammation to the bones, typically the leg bones (also referred to as “long bones”).  Panosteitis in dogs…

The holiday season is a time for parties, celebration, noises and outdoor festivities including fireworks. Dogs and cats react to people, parties and fireworks – some get very scared with…

Operating room in a typical full-service practice With costs for everything rising, many pet owners are face with a daunting question: where should you spay or neuter your companion dog…

As the holidays descend upon us, risks for your companion animals increase and can reduce the season merriment.  While you may get busy making holiday arrangements and planning parties, it…

Appetite loss and reduction are important factors in many diseases and they must be recognized and addressed as quickly as possible. Nutrition and lack of nutrition is essential in preventing…