Detection and Treatment for Diabetes in Dogs (Diabetes Mellitus)
Diabetic dogs are initially presented for drinking and urinating more, weight loss and occasionally blindness (development of cataracts). The physical exam on a healthy diabetic is generally unremarkable. They are often obese, with a history of weight loss, they may...
What to Know About Heartworm in Dogs and How to Prevent It
As I prepare for my appointments next week one of my procedures is initiating heartworm treatment on a young dog. It is January and I am treating heartworm…I am nervous about treating this dog who’s heart is enlarged from the disease and has changes to the lungs....
What’s New | Monoclonal Antibodies for Arthritis in Dogs
What is Arthritis? Arthritis is the most common cause of chronic pain in dogs. Many times it is described in older dogs but in reality it can occur in a dog of any age (~80% of dogs over 8 years of age and ~35% of dogs of all ages). Arthritis is considered a welfare...
How Much Do We Really Know About Fleas?
If you have ever owned a dog you know something about fleas. But how much do you really know about them? I’m sure at some point your veterinarian has told you that your pet should be on monthly parasite prevention all year round and you probably do it because it what...