A police dog is a dog that is specifically trained to assist law enforcement personnel. Police dogs are commonly called police K-9s. They are very impressive animals and come from generations of dogs bred to specially perform the task that they are required to accomplish. They have a variety of duties which include personal […]
Before we discuss the nutritional factors related to pancreatitis, it is first important to define what the pancreas is, what it does in the body, and what happens when it becomes enlarged/inflamed.
What is the pancreas?
The pancreas is one of the organs in the abdomen (belly) that is located near the stomach.
What does the pancreas […]
Diabetes is a common condition that occurs in dogs and cats. It is more common in older pets; but it can occur in any pet, at any age, and even during pregnancy. It is not curable, but it is manageable. With proper treatment, diet, and exercise, diabetic pets can live a long, happy life!
Diabetes […]
As we enter the months where the temperature and the humidity start to rise, we as veterinarians become more concerned about heat stress and heat stroke in pets. We will focus mainly on dogs as they tend to experience heat related problems more than cats, however the information below is also true for cats. […]
When talking about renal dysfunction or kidney disease it is very important to first understand exactly how the kidneys function. Their main functions are to: filter blood, process and eliminate excess protein waste into the urine, maintain red blood cells and balance the body’s electrolytes, water, and acids. That’s a heck of a lot […]
Animal behavior is a very interesting subject and there has been a vast amount of research focused on better explaining the ‘normal’ and ‘abnormal’ actions of our domesticated animals.
It is important to note that ‘behavior’ is influenced by several components, including genetics, environment, and life experiences. When diagnosing an animal with a behavioral disorder, […]
Like their two-legged human owners, our four-legged friends very commonly suffer from aching joints. From research date, we know that arthritis affects more than 20% of adult dogs and likely affects a much higher percentage of geriatric animals (typically those over 7 years of age). Arthritis is also more common in large and giant […]
Osteoarthritis, also known as arthritis or degenerative joint disease, is the most common cause of chronic pain in dogs and cats. Dogs are often affected by arthritis in the later stages of their lives. One in five dogs will develop arthritis and 90% of cats that reach 12 years of age have arthritis.
Dogs are more prone […]
When it comes to taking your pet to the vet, there is a degree of stress that can be involved. For most people, this is a once a year event and the thought of taking their cat or dog anywhere is stressful. This is because their pets are not used to going anywhere other […]
One of the most common issues seen today in dogs and cats is allergies, which can be divided into 3 categories: flea allergies, seasonal/environmental allergies, and food allergies. Food allergies are the least common but often the most frustrating type of allergy to diagnose and control.
Food allergy or more appropriately named adverse food reaction […]
