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Pulmonary Hypertension in Dogs and Cats
Pulmonary hypertension, a common health condition seen in humans, is also frequently reported in dogs and cats. It’s important to recognize changes in your pet’s heart and lung health so a diagnosis…
Nasal Tumors in Dogs and Cats
Nasal tumors in pets are relatively uncommon, accounting for only 1% of all cancers in dogs. However, they are the most common tumors found along the respiratory tract, responsible for around 60-80%…
What to Expect if Your Dog Needs a Blood Transfusion
Dogs can suffer from severe blood loss or from diseases that require blood transfusions from a healthy dog so they can recover. But blood transfusions in dogs are much more complex because there are…
Pulmonic Stenosis in Dogs and Cats
Pulmonic stenosis is a congenital heart defect that is commonly diagnosed in dogs but is rare in cats. The condition is characterized by the narrowing of the pulmonary valve in the heart which…
Does my dog need a pacemaker?
Pacemakers are a life-saving intervention. These electronic devices can also help improve the quality of life in dogs diagnosed with certain heart problems. An artificial pacemaker is implanted to…
Pet Medication 101: Levothyroxine
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 DES (diethylstilbestrol)…
Pet Medication 101: Prednisone / Prednisolone
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 prednisone and…
Tips for Exercising Your Dog
Dogs were designed to be on the move! Breeds were developed for specific purposes, like hunting, herding, and protecting. These days, many dogs are simply companions and it's up to us to remember to…
Most Common Dog Diseases: What to Watch Out For
It’s scary bringing our new canine friends out into the world without knowing what atrocious bacteria, viruses, and/or illnesses can cause them harm. There are a vast number of things that can cause…
Pet Medication 101: Prozac
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 Prozac (fluoxetine) is…
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever in Dogs
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever is a disease transmitted to dogs by ticks infected with the Rickettsia rickettsii bacteria. This disease, if not diagnosed and treated early, can have devastating…
Pet Medication 101: Dexamethasone
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 dexamethasone is used…
My Dog Has A Broken Tooth. What Should I Do?
A broken or injured tooth is very common in dogs. It could be a result of trauma or from chewing on hard items. If your dog breaks a tooth, seeking medical care quickly is very important. There may…
Signs Your Pet May Have Something Stuck in Their Nose
Cats and dogs are naturally curious animals and will wander around and explore their surroundings if given the chance. Unlike humans, dogs and cats rely on their noses when observing things from the…
Pneumothorax in Dogs and Cats
The thoracic cavity, also referred to as the chest cavity, contains several important organs essential for our pets’ health and life. Any condition that affects the animal’s thoracic cavity will…
Pyothorax in Dogs and Cats
The chest cavity, also called the thoracic cavity, contains several important organs essential for our pets’ health and life. Any condition that causes changes in the anatomy of the thoracic cavity…
First Aid for Drowning Pets
Dogs and cats are known to be natural swimmers. In fact, some breeds of dogs have been trained to swim and retrieve things from the water. And while they’re great swimmers in short distances, they…
First Aid & Emergency Care for Breathing Problems in Pets
Emergencies are something we all dread. No pet parent wants to experience an emergency with their canine or feline buddy. Unfortunately, emergencies can happen despite all the necessary precautions…