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Physical Rehabilitation For Your Pet – Really?!?
Absolutely! Physical rehabilitation has been used to treat animals for years. It has become increasingly more available over the past 10 to 15 years and provides countless benefits for our…
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…
Heart Murmurs in Dogs
Normal hearts beat with a quiet flow of blood. A heart murmur occurs when blood flowing through the heart causes a sound that can be heard through a stethoscope and sometimes even felt by touch. The…
How to Introduce a New Dog or Puppy to Your Home
Amidst the excitement of deciding to add a new furry family member to your home, it’s important to prepare the humans, pets, and environment they will be joining to ensure a smooth transition.…
The Anatomy and Function of Your Pet’s Lymph Nodes
Lymph nodes are a very important part of the immune system in dogs and cats. It’s important to know where they are located and what to do if you notice an enlarged or painful lymph node while…
CBD Use in Pets
CBD, or cannabidiol, is another derivative of the hemp or marijuana plant. It has several suspected health benefits, such as relieving pain, reducing anxiety, and improving sleep in people. But is…
Hip Luxations in Pets
As spring and summer approach, people and pets want to get outside. With warmer temperatures, vets definitely see more animals involved in vehicular or other traumatic accidents. Some of these…
Caring for Your Pregnant Dog
Having puppies may sound easy and fun, but there is actually quite a bit of work that you need to do both before and after your dog gives birth. Proper planning and care can do a lot to minimize…
False Pregnancy in Dogs
False pregnancy is when a female dog who is not pregnant starts to show signs of pregnancy, such as mothering behavior or nursing, without producing puppies. This condition is also referred to as…
Hypoglycemia in Small Breed Puppies
Hypoglycemia or “low blood sugar” refers to the condition when there is not enough sugar in the bloodstream. When your dog’s body is deprived of sugar, its main source of energy, the ability to…
Pet Medication 101: Aspirin
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 aspirin is used for, how…
Pet Medication 101: Benadryl
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 Benadryl…
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…
First Aid for Broken Nails
Torn toe nails can be very painful if the break or tear involves the sensitive quick area. The quick is the pink part of the nail nearest the toe that contains the vessels and nerves. Other than…
Domestic Travel Guide for Dog Lovers
Traveling with your dog can be amazing, or amazingly stressful. It’s important to plan ahead for certain pet travel requirements as well as possible unexpected illnesses or emergencies. Here are…
Mammary Tumors in Dogs
It can be very scary when you find any sort of mass or tumor on your dog. Mammary tumors are one of the more common tumors found. They can be malignant or benign (non-cancerous) but how can you tell…
Distemper in Dogs
Have you ever heard someone say their dog is going to the vet for their “Distemper” shot? Have you ever wondered what is wrong with their temper? Sadly, even the nicest dogs can get Distemper! It is…
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD) in Dogs
When dogs suddenly don’t want to lift their head, cry out when their back is touched, knuckle on their paws, or drag their legs, this can be a sign that they ruptured an intervertebral disc. Discs…