Wobbler Syndrome in Dogs
Wobbler’s syndrome is the common term used for a disease that causes issues in the cervical vertebrae (neck vertebrae) and leads to compression of the spinal cord and instability (also known as cervical vertebral instability or CVI). The name Wobbler’s Syndrome comes from the weak, uncoordinated drunken walk that affected dogs have, giving the appearance of […]
Allergic Conjunctivitis in Dogs and Cats
Conjunctivitis is inflammation of the conjunctiva (the pink tissue) in the eye. The conjunctiva is a pinkish mucous-secreting membrane, similar to the lining of your mouth and nose, that covers the eyeball and lines the inner surface of the eyelids. Inflammation anywhere is seen as red-ish, puffy tissue and is usually warm and painful and […]
Dry Eye or Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (KCS) in Companion Animals
The lacrimal glands in companion animal eyes produce a lubricating tear film that moistens and protects the eyes. When this tear film is reduced or absent, the surface of the eye can become dry, irritated and even crack leading to painful ulcerations. Tears also contain anti-bacterial proteins and salts and serve to flush away the […]
Pneumonia Management in Dogs and Cats
Pneumonia Management in Dogs and Cats The term pneumonia refers to a serious lung infection. More specifically, it refers to an infection in the deep lung tissues where oxygen exchange occurs and waste gases are removed. Any time oxygen exchange is impaired, it has the potential to be life-threatening regardless of its cause, and there […]
Chocolate Toxicity in Dogs
Most pet owners know that chocolate is bad for dogs and can cause significant problems for a dog; cats are usually too finicky to eat it. But what signs of chocolate toxicity should you look for when you know your dog ate chocolate, and what should you do? Signs to Watch For The active ingredient in chocolate that causes […]
Cats Get Asthma
Find out if cats get asthma, if it’s the same as human asthma, and what treatment options are available. Read more….
Grain-Free Diets Linked to Heart Disease in Dogs and Cats
Thirty years ago, veterinarians recognized deficiency of an amino acid (taurine) as the most common cause of dilated cardiomyopathy in cats. This is a specific type of heart disease where the where the muscle is stretched thin and hindering normal heart contractions. Unlike dogs, cats are unable to make their own taurine (just like people can’t make […]
How to Travel with Your Cat
At some point, you may need or want to travel somewhere with your cat. This can be a stressful thought but there are things you can do beforehand to reduce the stress of travel for both you and your feline friend. Getting Ready: The type of perpetration needed depends on your cat and the type of travel […]
Hemp Oil – Should We Be Using It In Dogs?
Cannabidiol, or CBD, has been used without any formal FDA approval or consistent dosage information for several years in dogs. More research is needed to shine a light on dose information and what conditions are best treated with CBD. Thus far, results of arthritis treated with CBD seem promising, although most studies used higher dosages […]
CBD – Should We Be Using It In Dogs?
Cannabidiol, or CBD, has been used without any formal FDA approval or consistent dosage information for several years in dogs. More research is needed to shine a light on dose information and what conditions are best treated with CBD. Thus far, results of arthritis treated with CBD seem promising, although most studies used higher dosages […]