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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…
Salmon Poisoning in Dogs
Salmon Poisoning is often a fatal disease in dogs. It is caused by a rickettsial infection, Neorickettsia helminthoeca. Salmon poisoning has not been reported in cats but can affect dogs, bears, and…
Pet Medication 101: Zantac
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 Zantac (ranitidine) is…
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…
Brachycephalic Syndrome in Dogs
Brachy means shortened and cephalic means head. Therefore, brachycephalic dogs have skull bones that are shortened in length, giving the face and nose a pushed-in or “smoosh-face” appearance. Common…
Pet Medication 101: Ibuprofen
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 Advil (ibuprofen) is used…
Aspergillosis in Dogs and Cats
Aspergillosis is a fungus that is very common in the environment and grows on old food, organic matter, and in the soil. There are over 180 species of aspergillosis and they rarely cause disease…
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,…
Online Veterinarians
What is an online vet and how can they help me? Virtual telehealth has become more useful and prominent in our society than ever before. Online vets can discuss your pet’s health with you in the…
Roundworms in Dogs and Cats
Roundworms are a common intestinal parasite seen in both dogs and cats. Puppies and kittens are often born with a developing roundworm infection that can lead to stunted growth if not treated…
Abnormal Nail Color in Dogs
There could be many causes for nail discoloration in dogs. From fungus to allergies and yeast infections, the origins may vary. Discoloration may even be red, brown, or black, but it could also be…
Broken Nails in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Dogs' nails need to be clipped or trimmed regularly. Sometimes, the nail can chip, tear or break, unintentionally while cutting it. If your dog's nail splits, breaks or tears, it can start to bleed…
Coccidia in Dogs and Cats
Coccidia are single-celled organisms called protozoa that spend part of their life cycle living in the lining cells of the intestines of dogs and cats. While they may be an incidental finding in the…
Tapeworms in Dogs and Cats
Tapeworms get their name from the way they look, which is long and flat, like scotch tape or packing tape but much much smaller. There are several different types of tapeworms and some are…
Maltese Dog Guide: Everything You Need to Know
Little dogs typically have big personalities, and that’s no coincidence. When your only job description is to be a charming companion to the humans in your life, it pays to have pizzazz. And when it…
Sarcoptic Mange (Scabies) in Dogs
Sarcoptic mange, also called scabies, is a highly contagious skin disease that affects dogs. The disease is caused by the tiny, microscopic (meaning they cannot be seen with the naked eye) Sarcoptes…
Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex (CIRDC)
Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex (CIRDC) is seen frequently, as it easily and quickly spreads from dog to dog. This occurs most commonly in crowded circumstances such as boarding,…