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
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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
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
Neuropathic Pain in Dogs and Cats
Neuropathic pain is an abnormal painful response. It is caused by injury to or disease of the nerves, spinal cord or parts of the brain that are involved in receiving,
Kids and Dogs
Many parents mistakenly think a child-friendly dog means the dog should tolerate anything a child does. Although kids and dogs can, and often do, have great relationships, it may not
Keeping your Pet Healthy and Happy
What our pets want more than anything else is to be with us. While they are just one part of our lives, we are their entire lives. Young or old,