Does your companion have healthy joints? Ligaments, tendons, menisci, and other essential body parts make up our joints, and the same is true for canines. Keeping joints healthy can significantly impact one’s health, both in terms of orthopedics and other… Read More
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Dog Surgery Spotlight: Correcting Stenotic Nares
Bulldogs, pugs, and Boston terriers can make excellent companions, but the signature “squished” appearance of these brachycephalic breeds can come with some serious health complications. “Brachycephalic syndrome” is the term given to the collection of structural airway defects that… Read More
After Cancer Surgery for Cats: What is Gabapentin?
A cancer diagnosis for your feline can be life-changing, but advances in veterinary medicine have given guardians and their companions various treatment options. Many feline cancer patients undergo a combination of surgery and radiation or chemotherapy. As we have discussed… Read More
Surgery Rehab for Dogs: Managing Outside Stimuli During Recovery
Recovering from an operation can be tough, but facilitating recovery for your canine companion can be even harder. Unrestricted, many dogs will begin to resume their usual level of physical activity whenever they feel better, which can set back recovery… Read More
Seeing a Board Veterinary Surgeon for Your Companion’s Laryngeal Paralysis
For the parents of fur-babies who have just received a diagnosis of laryngeal paralysis, investigating treatment options and planning for the future can be stressful. Many dogs who develop laryngeal paralysis do so later in life, and it can sometimes… Read More
Tips From Maryland Veterinary Surgical Services: Benefits of Semi-Annual Senior Pet Wellness Exams
As our companions age, they may experience a variety of health concerns, ranging from mild to severe. Early detection of these conditions can be critical. Addressing things like arthritis and vision or hearing loss can reduce discomfort and improve your… Read More
Administering Oral Medication After Cat Surgery
If your feline companion must undergo surgery, oral medication will likely be on your agenda. Antibiotics, pain relievers, and other types of medicine can be critical in your cat’s recovery, and some medications may be necessary before surgery, too. Giving… Read More
Benefits of Crating Your Dog After Veterinary Surgery
Any medical procedure can be stressful for your companion, but some surgeries require strict rest and immobilization after the fact. Your veterinary care team may recommend crating your dog after veterinary surgery to ensure a peaceful recovery and avoid further… Read More
CCL Surgery for Dogs: What is the CCL?
Whether your veterinary care professionals have recommended TPLO, TTA, or ECLS for your companion’s knee problems, you are likely drowning in definitions and acronyms related to your canine’s care. Navigating the world of CCL rupture can be overwhelming, but this… Read More
Dog Surgery Spotlight: Surgical Solutions for Screw Tail
English bulldogs (and some other breeds, to a lesser degree) can be prone to a condition called “screw tail.” This condition is the result of an abnormally-shaped tail, often resembling a corkscrew. For companions with screw tail, skin infections and… Read More