Cruciate Ligament Rupture
Cruciate ligament rupture is an injury to a supportive ligament in the stifle (knee). Sometimes called an ACL, or anterior cruciate ligament, it is also referred to as a …
General Pet Articles
Corneal Ulcers
Corneal erosion or ulceration is a defect in the clear protective membrane covering the iris and the lens of the eye. It can be caused by physical trauma, a …
Common Household Plants Toxic To Dogs & Cats
The following common ornamental and garden plants have been shown to cause systemic toxicity or significant gastrointestinal irritation when ingested by dogs and cats. This list is not meant …
Coccidiosis
Coccidia are protozoan parasites that infect the small intestine of dogs and cats. In large numbers, a condition called coccidiosis can cause diarrhea, vomiting, anorexia, lethargy, and death. Usually …
Cherry Eye
Cherry Eye is the common name for a prolapse of the third eyelid gland. It is most often caused by a heritable weakness of the connective tissue that holds …
Bleeding Disorders
Bleeding disorders (coagulopathy) of dogs and cats can be caused by a variety of disease processes, genetic abnormalities, toxicities, and emergency scenarios. The increased tendency to bleed may be …
Antibiotics
The discovery of antibiotics has greatly extended the lifespan of people and their pets. Without antibiotic therapy, a simple infection could overwhelm the immune system and cause death. Despite …
Adrenal Gland Diseases – Addison’s
Addison’s Disease (hypoadrenocorticism) is a serious condition in which the adrenal glands do not produce enough cortisol and aldosterone. Diagnosis of Addison’s is often made during a life threatening …
Administering Eye Medications
Our pets can get eye infections and injuries just like we can, perhaps more often because of their curious nature getting them into trouble at times. Some breeds are …
Dental Care & Cleaning
Periodontal disease is one of the most common problems in dogs and cats despite the fact that it is easily preventable. Some statistics show as high as 85% of …