Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever in Dogs
Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) is caused by Rickettsia rickettsii. This intracellular parasite is transmitted to dogs through the bite of an infected tick. The ticks that can transmit RMSF are
Ringworm Environmental Decontamination: How to Clean Your Home When Your Pet Has Ringworm
Ringworm Environmental Decontamination: How to Clean Your Home When Your Pet Has Ringworm Dermatophytosis, commonly called ringworm, is a fungal infection of the fur and skin of dogs and cats. When
Rhinitis in Dogs and Cats
Rhinitis is inflammation of the mucous membranes in the nose. If the lining of the sinuses is inflamed, that is called sinusitis. If both the nose and sinuses are affected,
Rectal Prolapse in Dogs and Cats
Rectal prolapse occurs when the rectum, which is the last part of the intestines, gets turned inside out (everted), and sticks out of the anus. It looks like a red
Recessed Vulva in Dogs
A recessed (or juvenile) vulva means a dog has excess skin folds that hang over her vulva, enough to potentially cause problems of one kind or another. The skin folds
Oral Joint Health Supplements #2
On the last program of Texas Vet News I talked about the large number of oral joint health supplements that are on the market for horses. Even though these products
Orphan Puppy & Kitten Care
The Nest Box Keep the babies together as long as they are about the same age; this will help socialize them to their own species and will help in keeping
Omega Three Fatty Acids for our Pets
Did you know that skin diseases account for as much as 25% of the cases seen by small animal veterinarians? Skin problems typically faced by pets and their owners include:
Osteosarcoma in Dogs
What is Osteosarcoma? Osteosarcoma is by far the most common bone tumor of dogs, usually striking the leg bones of larger breeds. Osteosarcoma usually occurs in middle aged or elderly
Obesity is Unhealthy in Dogs and Cats
Obesity has become an extremely important health problem in the Western world, not just for humans but for dogs and cats as well. Obesity in pets is associated with joint