Yayy!!!! We’re currently in the month of April, so you know what that means. Other than the arrival of spring, it’s Lyme Disease Prevention month! Lyme disease is a bacterial infection caused by Borrelia burgdorferi, a bacteria commonly transmitted to humans, dogs,… Read More
Posts Tagged ‘dogs’
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Bringing Awareness to Heart Disease in Dogs
When it comes to heart disease in dogs, many factors play a role, including aging, obesity, breed, and nutrition. It is estimated that 95% of heart conditions in dogs come with age, so it’s important to visit your vet regularly… Read More
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Dealing With Cruciate Ligament Ruptures in Dogs
The cruciate ligaments consist of two groups of fibrous tissue that crossover and are positioned between each knee joint. These ligaments connect the femur and tibia, ensuring that the knee operates as a stable hinged joint. In dogs, these ligaments… Read More
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National Nutrition Month: Myths and Facts About Dog Food
Many pet foods are distributed on the market today, ranging from ingredients, nutrients, quality, and production methods. When it comes to your dog’s diet, it’s important that you’re providing them with quality foods that have nutritional value beneficial to their… Read More
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September is Responsible Dog Ownership Month
September is not only Animal Pain Awareness month, but it’s Responsible Dog Ownership month as well! Today we’ll cover how you can be a responsible dog owner and take care of your canine companion in the best ways possible! We’ll… Read More
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Torn CCL in Dogs
A cranial cruciate ligament or CCL refers to an important ligament in the stifle joint or knee. When a CCL tears, it results in partial or complete joint instability, allowing the tibia to slide along the femur. This causes pain… Read More
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July 31st is National Mutt Day!
Were you aware that July 31st is National Mutt Day? That’s right! It’s a celebration of all the mixed-breed dogs. December 2nd is also National Mutt Day, meaning that you and the entire pet parent community can celebrate these unique… Read More
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Heatstroke (Hyperthermia) in Dogs
A normal temperature for a dog is 101.5° F, give or take a degree. If a dog’s body temperature exceeds past 105° F, there aren’t any previous signs of illness, and the elevated body temperature stems from excessive external or… Read More
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Gastric Torsion in Dogs
Gastric torsion is also known as bloat, a twisted stomach, or Gastric Dilation-Volvulus (GDV). There are two parts to this condition. The first part is the bloating where a dog’s stomach fills up with gas, fluid, food, or any combination… Read More