For Sick Pets

Pancreatitis, an inflammatory condition of the exocrine pancreas, occurs frequently in both dogs and cats. While the true prevalence of pancreatitis in dogs and cats is unknown, recent studies would suggest that pancreatitis is a rather common and underdiagnosed condition in both dogs and cats.

Most people have heard of collagen as an anti-aging cosmetic product.  Collagen is the elastic protein that holds skin together.  As we age, the amount and quality of collagen in our bodies starts to diminish and we can see this in our skin as it begins to wrinkle and sag.

Cancer is a disease that we veterinarians are diagnosing more frequently in pets. According to the Morris Animal Foundation, “1 in 2 dogs will develop cancer and 1 in 4 dogs will die of the disease.

This is the letter I wrote to JAVMA (Journal of the American Vet Med Ass.) which they would not publish. I still strongly believe however that every pet owner should be informed, by their veterinarian, about every available treatment option. 

A new clinical study of dogs with elevated liver enzymes has verified the beneficial results seen in practice with Hepato Support from Rx Vitamins.

All dogs will have some discharge at the corners of their eyes. It’s perfectly normal to need to clean a bit of light gray matter from their eyes once or twice a day. But owners take note: if the color of the discharge is yellow or green, or if buildup appears frequently, you should consider […]

The multibillion dollar pet food industry has recently seen the addition of a new dietary therapy that promises to promote “thyroid health” in a can, or if you prefer, a bag.

Canine Hip Dysplasia is a condition which begins in immature dogs with instability or a loose fit of the hip joint.  The hip joint laxity is responsible for early clinical signs and joint changes. 

Cranial (or anterior) cruciate ligament (CCL) rupture is one of the most common orthopedic conditions seen in the dog.

Pets visit veterinarians for many reasons, but allergies are one of the most common reasons (1, 2). Because of this, many veterinary health insurance policies will not fully cover veterinary allergy visits.

The liver performs an incredible number of functions to maintain health of animals, including filtering out toxins, storing sugar, and making proteins. 

  Watching the decline of your pet’s physical and/or mental health after years of vitality can be heart wrenching.  We often have fond memories of watching Fido playing fetch or watching Fluffy race around the house in apparent glee.