Kennel cough is an extremely common and highly contagious respiratory infection in dogs. It’s found worldwide, and will infect a large percentage of dogs at least once in their lifetime. In fact, many dogs become infected with kennel cough more than once. Similar to the human chest cold, “infectious canine tracheobronchitis” (the fancy name for […]
Liver Disease In Dogs And Cats
Back in my veterinary clinical practice days, I vividly remember a cat whose owner brought him in because he had lost his appetite and just wasn’t “acting right.” I remember this cat so clearly because Warlock was magnificent: big and beautiful, with long, black fur and dazzling green-gold eyes. But what was even more striking […]
Cancer In Dogs
Nothing seems to strike more fear into the hearts of dog parents than the dreaded “C” word. Hearing that your dog has been diagnosed with cancer is a heart-wrenching experience, bringing with it an entire range of emotions – fear, disbelief, anger, denial, and grief – that can feel overwhelming. Cancer in dogs is one […]
Dental Disease In Dogs And Cats
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Pancreatitis And Your Pet
Pancreatitis is a common, but potentially life-threatening, condition that can occur in both dogs and cats. It happens when the pancreas, an unassuming but notoriously sensitive organ that nestles between the stomach and small intestine, becomes inflamed and begins to swell. When this happens, it causes not only excruciating pain, but also a number of […]