Otitis Externa Treatment in Dogs and Cats
Otitis externa is an inflammation or infection of the external ear canal. Bacteria, yeast, ear mites, and allergies can all cause otitis externa. Addressing this problem involves four steps: NOTE: Only use
Orthodontics for Pets
Just as you would want to cure a painful skin condition or sore joint in your pet, consider relieving pain in your pet’s mouth. When an oral problem is caused
Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma in Dogs and Cats
When squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) occurs in the mouth and throat, it’s called oral squamous cell carcinoma. In these oral cases, the lesion is usually located on the gums or
Otitis Media (Middle Ear Infection) in Dogs and Cats
The word otitis means ear infection, but that one word doesn’t indicate which part of the ear is infected. Otitis media is inflammation and/or infection of the middle ear, whereas otitis externa
Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD) in Dogs
If your adolescent puppy becomes lame or stiff when rising or after play on one or more legs, there are several possible reasons for it. One reason is a disease
Nighttime Waking in Senior Dogs
Sleep is essential for dogs and people. Disturbances of the sleep-wake cycle occur in older pets and often disrupt the entire family. Interrupted sleep is a common problem in older
Nebulizer Use for Dogs and Cats
Dogs, cats, and other pets who develop lung diseases such as pneumonia, asthma, kennel cough, bronchitis, and so on can benefit from a nebulizer delivering saline, albuterol, antibiotics, or other drugs. A nebulizer is
Normal Joints Look Like This in Dogs and Cats
A pet doesn’t have to be a senior citizen to require joint care supplements, pain medication, or physical therapy. Degenerative arthritis can result from an injury or can be the
Nasal Squamous Cell Carcinoma in Cats
Squamous cell carcinomas are tumors that are locally destructive and can spread aggressively in the area where they have arisen. That said, there are some circumstances where it is possible
No Bones About It – Chewing Bones is Bad for Dogs’ Teeth
The Food and Drug Administration warned pet owners about bones and bone treats to include not only harmful bacteria (E.coli and Salmonella) that dogs can get and pass on to humans but