With all of the concern around the SARs-CoV-2 (COVID-19) coronavirus in people, it is understandable to be curious as to whether or not our pets can catch or transmit such a virus. If your pup has…
There are many questions and concerns about COVID-19 infection. The most frequent questions that pet owners ask our vets are: can my pet get COVID-19, and can humans catch the virus from their pets?
Kennel cough, also known as Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex (CIRDC), is a common respiratory disease in dogs. It’s very contagious and easily spreads through the air. Perhaps a better…
Many pet lovers have experienced caring for a cat or dog with diarrhea. So don’t worry, you're not alone! Diarrhea is characterized by frequent passing of stools, often watery or containing mucus.…
Did you know that small breed dogs have a higher incidence of severe dental disease, at a younger age, than their large breed counterparts? Read on to understand why this happens and what you can do…
There are definitely more questions than answers when it comes to Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome 2 (SARS-CoV-2), better known as the COVID-19 virus. COVID-19 has only just turned a year old.…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
The onset of the coronavirus pandemic has led to the majority of people becoming more knowledgeable about viruses, how they develop, how they function, and the extent of disease they can produce.…
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