It’s no secret that Lyme disease is the most well-known tick-borne disease. But, what about the others, like Anaplasmosis? Anaplasmosis is a tick-borne disease that infects a dog’s bloodstream. Two …
Definition of Horner’s Syndrome Facial drooping can be quite common and evident on a cat’s face. But what causes it? In this article, we discuss Horner’s Syndrome. Horner’s Syndrome occurs …
What does Megaesophagus mean? Dogs are extremely food driven. Need to learn a new trick? Treat. Proper elimination? Treat. Mastering call and command? Treat. Did you ever stop and wonder …
Immune-Mediated Haemolytic Anaemia. It’s a long and fancy name, often known under its abbreviation: IMHA. But which causes and symptoms hide behind the long term? Even more importantly, which treatment …
What is Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD)? CWD (Chronic Wasting Disease) is a contagious disease caused by prions. The disease appears in free-ranging deer, captive deer, moose and elk causing neurodegenerative …
Dogs lick. They lick to drink water, eat food, show affection, and often themselves. Sometimes this licking habit can lead to unwanted conditions such as Moist Dermatitis, a.k.a hot spots. …
What is glaucoma in dogs? Glaucoma is a very painful condition where the intraocular pressure of the eye elevates beyond what is compatible. This often leads to irreversible vision loss …
What is Hyperthyroidism in Cats? Our furry felines tend to be complicated creatures. The older they get, the more likely they are to develop diseases. One of the more common …
What are Cataracts in Dogs? Cataracts are pretty obvious when you’ve seen them once. The telltale cloudy and bluish appearance is the giveaway. To understand cataracts, we need to understand …
Researchers at UPenn have identified a new tool to add to your multimodal approach to management of canine osteoarthritis. With almost 20 million dogs in the U.S. diagnosed with some …