When I was in veterinary practice, we always got REALLY excited whenever the latest veterinary miracle drug made its debut. What made them “miracle drugs” was that they usually managed to hit the elusive sweet spot between providing much-needed help for patients while simultaneously offering something very cool (and usually uber-convenient) for pet parents. The […]
Canine Distemper: Still A Dangerous Threat
Although most people have heard of canine distemper, many people don’t know just how dangerous this disease really is. During the first half of the twentieth century, canine distemper was by far the most common fatal disease in dogs. Even after a vaccine was developed against it (which has been in general use since the […]
Luxating Patella In Dogs
Has this ever happened to you? You’re out enjoying a nice walk with your dog, when suddenly she yelps, lifts one of her back legs completely up off the ground, and immediately appears lame. Panicked, you try to figure out what in the world is going on while she spins around whimpering, and then suddenly… […]
Protecting Pets From Sunburn
By now we’ve all heard about the damage too much sun exposure can do to our skin. But did you know that despite their furry coats, pets are also at risk for sunburn? Protecting pets from sunburn not only safeguards their skin, it also reduces their chance of developing skin cancer. In humans and pets […]
Dogs and Porcupines: A Losing Battle
Spring is almost here, and with warmer weather comes the arrival of one of nature’s most epic battles: the clash between dogs and porcupines. Unfortunately for dogs, this colossal conflict is one of the most lopsided matchups ever created. In almost every case, dogs get their fannies handed to them on a plate while the […]
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