Cellulitis in Dogs and Cats
Cellulitis is a painful inflammation of the tissue under the skin. In animals, it is generally caused by a bacterial infection that has entered the skin from a cut, open
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Causes of Blindness in Dogs and Cats
Owners may notice their pet is disoriented, bumping into objects and struggling to find food and toys. These all may be signs of blindness. There are many potential causes of
Cannabidiol Use in Dogs and Cats
What is Cannabidiol? Plants make many different chemicals called phytochemicals, many of which have positive medical benefits. Cannabis sativa, commonly known as marijuana, produces over 500 other phytochemicals. The most recognized
Canine Heartworms and Preventing Disease
Canine heartworms, Dirofilaria immitis, are parasitic worms that pose a serious threat to dogs. These long, slender worms live in the pulmonary arteries (and, occasionally, within the heart) of dogs and
Body Language of Dogs
Body language in dogs is all about communication. Since dogs can’t form words, they use body language to “talk.” This includes different body postures, facial expressions, movements, and types of
Bite Levels in Dogs
One way to find out how serious a bite may be is to acknowledge that different levels of bites exist. Bite levels range from minor to so severe they lead
Behavior and the Senior Dog
Introduction Dogs are living longer these days than ever before due to advanced veterinary care and better nutrition. However, as they get older, age-related diseases such as arthritis, dental disease, diabetes, Cushing’s
Barking Dogs
Your dog is barking what feels like day and night, but why? Dogs bark to alert everyone around them of something new or worrisome. Although you may not see the
Behavioral Euthanasia and Quality of Life Decisions
Deciding to euthanize your pet who is sick, debilitated, or injured is difficult and heartbreaking. Sometimes the decision is a logical one if your pet is severely injured or has
Behavior Supplements in Dogs and Cats
Many colleagues and pet owners ask about the use of supplements in the treatment of behavioral issues. There is limited documented evidence on the use of these supplements, but to