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Signs of Pain in Dogs
We all know what it feels like to be in pain, but do you know how pain actually occurs within your own body? Did you know that besides being obviously unpleasant, pain causes detrimental effects to…
Veterinary Telemedicine
According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, veterinary telemedicine involves the use of electronic exchange of medical information from one site to another to improve and assess the…
Cryptorchidism in Dogs
Cryptorchidism is a condition in which one or both testicles of a male dog have failed to descend normally into the scrotum. The word is derived from Greek roots - kryptos meaning “hidden” and…
Can dogs drink milk?
Curious if milk or milk products are safe for dogs? How much milk should a dog drink? How often can a dog drink milk? What kind of milk is safe for your dog? Well, you’re definitely not alone! Many…
Doggy Odors: Normal vs. Abnormal
If your dog has been smelling like less than a bouquet of roses, there may or may not be an underlying health reason. Let’s get to the bottom of this stinky situation to see why your dog smells bad…
Pet Medication 101: Zyrtec
It’s important to understand a medication’s uses and side effects before giving it to your pet. This medication info sheet is meant to give you a good understanding of what Zyrtec (cetirizine) is…
Pet Medication 101: Claritin
It’s important to understand a medication’s uses and side effects before giving it to your pet. This medication info sheet is meant to give you a good understanding of what Claritin (loratadine) is…
Rabies in Dogs
Rabies is an incurable virus that attacks the brain and spinal cord. All mammals, including dogs and humans, can catch rabies. While it’s preventable, once the symptoms of rabies appear, the virus…
Ask a Vet: 10 Important Questions to Ask at Your Next Vet Visit
Sometimes bringing your pet to the veterinary hospital can be overwhelming. Often, you’re struggling to get your cat in a carrier, driving with a dog that is terrified to be in the car, or wrangling…
Canine Hormone-Responsive Urinary Incontinence
Does your dog ever wake up and the bedding is wet with urine? It could very well be a condition known as canine hormone-responsive urinary incontinence. But what exactly does that mean? Read on to…
Immune-Mediated Hemolytic Anemia
Immune-Mediated Hemolytic Anemia (IMHA), also called Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia (AIHA), is an autoimmune condition where the body begins to attack and destroy its own red blood cells. This disease…
Immune-Mediated Thrombocytopenia
Immune-Mediated Thrombocytopenia, often abbreviated IMT, IMTP, or ITP, is an autoimmune condition where the body starts to destroy the platelets. When the platelet level drops too low because more…
Pet Medication 101: Dramamine
It’s important to understand a medication’s uses and side effects before giving it to your pet. This medication info sheet is meant to give you a good understanding of what Dramamine…
Pet Medication 101: Tagamet
It’s important to understand a medication’s uses and side effects before giving it to your pet. This medication info sheet is meant to give you a good understanding of what Tagamet (cimetidine) is…
Pet Medication 101: Robitussin
It’s important to understand a medication’s uses and side effects before giving it to your pet. This medication info sheet is meant to give you a good understanding of what Robitussin…
The Ancient Art of Acupuncture
Traditional Chinese medicine, although relatively new to the Western world, has been practiced for thousands of years. According to Chinese medicine, disease is considered an imbalance or disharmony…
Pet Medication 101: Ketoconazole
It’s important to understand a medication’s uses and side effects before giving it to your pet. This medication info sheet is meant to give you a good understanding of what ketoconazole is used for,…
Cryptococcosis in Dogs and Cats
Cryptococcosis is one of the most common fungal diseases in the world. It primarily affects cats but can also be seen in other animals and humans. Keep reading to learn more about cryptococcosis,…
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