A reader recently pointed out that in her prayer line group, there were an increasing number of people praying for dogs with mouth cancer. Mouth cancer as with other cancers is increasing in the dog population and there are some reasons for why this is happening right now.
It has been reported that today, there is cancer [...]
Among dog and cat caretakers few topics are more debated than that regarding the vaccination of dogs and cats. In years past, vaccinations for all sorts of diseases were recommended to be given annually… year after year. That protocol was followed by veterinarians because they were told to do so by the vaccine manufacturers [...]
More than two-thirds of pet owners will travel with their pets this year, according to the American Animal Hospital Association Pet Owner Survey, and a large number of them will take those pets on planes. By taking a few precautions and consulting with your veterinarian beforehand, you can help make flying a safe and healthy [...]
Natural pet food… there is much confusion today as to just what kind of food could or should be called “natural pet food”. Does NATURAL mean that absolutely nothing can be done to or added to a food? Does NATURAL mean the food product was strictly organically grown or fed? (And what exactly does “organic” [...]
Kennel cough is most commonly associated with a bacterial infection caused by the organism Bordetella bronchiseptica. While it is hard to be certain in veterinary medicine when discussing statistics, it is estimated that 80 to 90% of the cases of kennel cough are due to this organism. The other 10 to 20% of cases are [...]
Traveling safely with a dog is serious business… but it can be fun, too. Maybe you’ll be lucky and your dog will be a “Napper”. On the other hand your canine car companion could be the embodiment of Rover Road Rage. You won’t know until you try.
TRAINING THE NEW PUP
Let’s start out [...]
It’s a fact. Most dog owners never take a good look inside their dog’s mouth. And that’s unfortunate because it is estimated that over 80 percent have significant oral pathology. Every day veterinarians are presented with patients for routine vaccinations or other minor afflictions whose oral health status is truly cause for [...]
Nail trimming in dogs, called a PEDICURE, can be done simply if you know how. It is a good idea to have a vet tech, veterinarian or dog groomer show you how to trim nails first. Then, once you have an idea of what NOT to do you will be more successful in getting the [...]
Your pet is very important to you. A companion, a friend, and in a real sense a member of your family. In order to reduce the number of animals ending up in shelters or being euthanized, the CSPCA encourages you to discuss neutering your pet with your veterinarian. Together you can work as a team [...]
It is probably OK for a dog to lick a child’s face. The only disease dogs and humans can pass back and forth through saliva is beta strep throat, which is relatively rare. So don’t be too concerned.
Strep throat – You may want to take your dog to the veterinarian if strep throat has been [...]
