Many people go to great lengths to select the right puppy. They speak to breeders, go see puppies, read books, etc. They purchase their puppy, bring it home without considering a very important fact; creating a home for the puppy. The results of not making a home for your new puppy are well-known. The puppy […]
Read MoreA dog is in a natural behavioral pattern when he is chewing. From the dog’s point of view, chewing serves the same purpose as reading a book, playing tennis, or lighting a big cigar after dinner. Dogs chew to relax. However, dogs chew for many other reasons, and if the behavior is not corrected properly, […]
Read MoreBECAUSE YOU LOVE YOUR DOG Sterilization surgery doesn’t just prevent unwanted puppies; it prevents many health and behavioral problems as well: By Camille J. McArdle, D.V.M. I had another case come into the clinic today, another heartbreak that didn’t have to be. This time it was a huge tumor in the chest that had metastasized […]
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Read MoreCancer has become the leading cause of death in dogs. Approximately 1 in 3 domestic dogs will develop cancer, which is the same incidence of cancer among men. Lymphoma accounts for 7-24% of all canine cancers. Lymphoma generally affects lymphoid tissues, including the lymph nodes, spleen, and bone marrow, but lymphoma can arise in virtually […]
Read MoreLucybella’s owner shared this nice story with us: “Hi, my name is Lucybella. I am a 15 1/2-year-old wired hair fox terrier. I love the outdoors and one of my favorite activities is going to the river and riding with my owner on our wave runner. You may have seen us; I’m the one wearing […]
Read MoreHidden sources of pet toxins could mean trouble for patients Xylitol, a sweetener that causes hypoglycemia and hepatic necrosis (liver failure) in dogs, appears in products you’d never suspect. Many products such as nasal sprays, sleep aids, multivitamins, prescription sedatives, antacids, stool softeners, smoking-cessation gums, and other products may contain unexpectedly large amounts of xylitol. […]
Read MoreWe have all been enjoying the nice weather with mild temperatures! Unfortunately, fleas and ticks are thriving in this weather as well. We have been seeing a large increase in patients with fleas and also had patients test positive for Lyme disease after being infected by ticks. Flea infestations can produce life-threatening anemia in small […]
Read MoreANGIOTENSIN-CONVERTING ENZYME INHIBITORS (ECEI) An angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor (Enalapril or Benazepril) has been added to your pet’s therapy. ACEIs are “vasodilators” that lower blood pressure by dilating blood vessels. ACEIs also have effects on the kidneys, preventing salt and water retention. When cardiac function decreases, the body tries to maintain blood pressure by constricting blood […]
Read MoreSigns A food allergy is a reaction to food involving the dog’s immune system. A protein particle in the food usually causes the reaction. Typical signs can include itching, licking, chewing paws, etc. In some cases the dogs may only show chronic otitis. Gastrointestinal signs such as vomiting, diarrhea, belching, and frequent bowel movements are […]
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