Obesity has become an extremely important health problem in the Western world, not just for humans but for dogs and cats as well. Obesity in pets is associated with joint…

Whether you’re moving to another state, or you’ve just adopted a new friend, here’s everything you need to know about finding a veterinarian and veterinary hospital that’s right for you.…

A Letter from a veterinarian Dear Friend: I've decided to sit down and put pen to paper on behalf of your veterinarian and indeed, all veterinarians in small animal practice.…

Photo by Dr. Teri Ann Oursler Cat owners whose pets have been diagnosed with fatty liver or for whom fatty liver is being considered as a possible complication of another…

Simple Constipation An occasional episode of constipation is not cause for alarm. Stools seem unusually hard. There is unproductive straining. Veterinary assistance may or may not be needed. Here is…

Dog with Squished Faces Most people are not familiar with the term brachycephalic, but if you own a Pug, Boston Terrier, Pekingese, Boxer, Bulldog, Shih Tzu, or any one of…

When your companion animal is faced with an orthopedic or complex surgical need, it can be frustrating. Owners are often faced with both the very high costs associated with an…

Most diabetic dogs will develop cataracts and go blind. This FAQ is designed to assist the owners of diabetic dogs in knowing what to expect and to make decisions regarding…

What are oral masses? Oral mass before surgery Some dogs and cats develop growths in their mouths. Similar to humans, these growths may be benign or malignant. Once a mass…

Do Cats get Heartworm? The answer to this question is an unequivocal yes, but feline heartworm disease is a lung disease rather than a heart disease as it is in…