Cushing’s disease is one of the most common medical disorders found in dogs. It results when a dog’s endocrine system malfunctions, leading to potentially life-threatening illnesses. These can include liver and kidney failure, diabetes, congestive heart failure, hypothyroidism, and chronic infections of the ears, eyes, skin, and gums. The endocrine system is fascinating and incredibly […]
Arthritis In Pets
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Veterinary Acupuncture: Art Or Science?
Veterinary acupuncture is an exciting and welcome addition to modern veterinary medicine. Now animals, both small and large, can receive the same benefits from acupuncture that humans do, including relief from pain, bolstered immunity, and increased athletic performance. For many years, acupuncture was considered a mystical, “fringe” medical treatment (unfortunately, in some circles it still […]
What Is Leptospirosis?
Leptospirosis, a nasty disease that can infect both animals and humans, is caused by a specialized type of bacteria known as a spirochete. Corkscrew-shaped spirochetes enter the body by burrowing directly into the skin, then spread out and make themselves at home in the liver, kidneys, eyes, reproductive organs, and central nervous system. Once in […]
When The “Good Old Days” Weren’t All That Good
Nostalgia can be a tricky thing. It’s in our nature as human beings to romanticize the “good old days”, fondly reminiscing about the way things were while somehow inexplicably glossing over the parts that were, for want of a better word, pretty crappy. I have to chuckle at some of the conversations I’ve heard recently […]
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