Most pets require periodontal treatments every 6-12 months. In order to reduce the number of treatments done at the hospital, preventive home care is important. Ideally regular, even daily brushing of your pet’s teeth is the best approach. However, we recognize not...
Hemp/CBD oil is the supplement of the day, the latest fad. While I believe it can be beneficial for a variety of conditions, including seizures, immune support, cancer, aging-related issues, and anxiety, I fear that so many pet owners are jumping on the hemp/CBD...
Since flu season is upon us, it’s an excellent time to discuss dog flu. While people flu is pretty common, the good news is that dog flu is actually quite rare. Still, as a dedicated pet parent, it’s a good idea to have a working knowledge of the dog flu, especially...
There’s been a lot of information in the recent media about the latest strain of human coronavirus, but nothing about pets and how they fit into this picture. In this short article I wanted to briefly discuss coronavirus and pets.Dogs can become infected with a canine...
Ligament injuries, especially cruciate ligament injuries, are common in dogs and cats. These injuries occur when a sudden force is applied to ligaments supporting a joint. Common signs include initial pain and inflammation, occasionally swelling of the affected joint,...
Vitamin D deficiency is common in pets and people. Unlike people, dogs and cats cannot make Vitamin D from sunlight and require Vitamin D supplementation to stay healthy.In addition to providing bone health, Vitamin D also acts as a hormone to regulate many functions...
