One of the things no one wants to face when it comes to a beloved pet is the possibility of needing limb amputation. While veterinarians and board-certified veterinary surgeons will do everything they can to avoid this scenario, it is… Read More
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What Role Do NSAIDs Have in Veterinary Medicine?
When it comes to pain management, nothing else works quite the way nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) do. While this class of medications are excellent at what they do and are prescribed for post-surgical care as well as for pain management… Read More
Why Should You Crate or Confine Your Dog After Surgery?
Crate training your dog is often pretty easy when they’re a puppy, and it can provide a lot of unexpected benefits throughout their lifetime. In particular, being able to crate your dog after surgery can provide several important benefits that… Read More
TPLO Surgery Aftercare
Dogs that have suffered a Cranial Cruciate Ligament (CCL) rupture—which is similar to a torn Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) in humans—often need corrective surgery to mitigate the injury and slow the onset of arthritis. According to the American College of… Read More
A Primer on Mast Cell Tumors
The idea of our beloved pets developing tumors, even benign ones, is scary and worrisome. However, it does happen and it requires a quick response to seek treatment. Mast cell tumors are skin tumors that can affect both dogs and… Read More
What is Screw Tail?
Screw tail is kind of a silly name, but it refers to a serious condition that affects some dogs. Also called an ingrown tail, or a corkscrew tail, this condition most commonly affects English and Australian Bulldogs. It is also… Read More
Prevention and Treatment of Mammary Tumors
Did you know dogs and cats can get breast cancer? Mammary tumors are most common in female dogs, but can also, although rarely, affect male dogs and both genders of cats. Prevention is the best medicine for mammary tumors, but… Read More
Common Orthopedic Problems in Dogs
It is a terrible feeling seeing your furry companion in pain. While orthopedic issues are something you never want your dog to experience, there are several common problems that you should be aware of. Knowing the causes and the symptoms… Read More
Tips to Help Your Pet Heal with an E-Collar
Pet parents everywhere can agree that watching your dog endure an injury or surgical procedure can be difficult and emotionally exhausting. Bringing your companion home from the veterinarian wearing an E-collar only adds more stress to the situation, and keeping… Read More
Why You Should Choose a Board-Certified Veterinary Surgeon
If your pet needs surgery, the preparation, stress, and uncertainty of the procedure can be a lot to handle. You want to make sure your dog or cat is in good hands. Choosing a board-certified surgeon means the veterinarian is… Read More