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Is Surgery the Only Option for Cruciate Ligament Tears?
By Dr. Mary Fuller, Apr 18, 2013The pain of a cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) rupture is usually obvious — most dogs will dangle their rear limb in the air and put little or no weight on it. But owners feel the pain too.… Full Article ›
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Why This Vet Hates Ear Hematomas
By Dr. Patty Khuly, Nov 7, 2012There are plenty of more dramatic diseases, with far more odious consequences, but somehow the lowly ear hematoma has a way of annoying me like few other disorders do. If your pet has had… Full Article ›
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Anatomy of a Necropsy: What It Is and Why You Should Care
By Dr. Patty Khuly, Nov 6, 2012Are you familiar with the word “necropsy”? No? Actually, you are. You’ve just heard it called an “autopsy.” Not to split hairs, but strictly speaking, an autopsy is… Full Article ›
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Why Pre-Surgical Testing Is Vital for the Safety of Your Pet
By Dr. Marty Becker, Apr 17, 2013Despite what I sometimes hear pet lovers say, my colleagues and I don’t typically suggest things your pet doesn’t need. But sometimes I think we fall short in explaining why what… Full Article ›
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Why Breast Cancer Isn't Just a Human Disease
By Dr. Ann Hohenhaus, Oct 24, 2012October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and according to the American Cancer Society, breast cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in women. In 2011, nearly a quarter… Full Article ›
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What You Need to Know About Canine Glaucoma
By Dr. Mary Fuller, Oct 17, 2012Sadie is an 8-year-old female Cocker Spaniel who recently started bumping into furniture. Her owner also noticed that Sadie’s right eye looked cloudy and red, and she was blinking more than… Full Article ›
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What You Need to Know About Managing Your Dog's Arthritis Pain
By Dr. Donna Spector, Nov 2, 2012Osteoarthritis is a common disorder in dogs that involves the thinning of joint cartilage (the protective cushioning between the bones), the buildup of fluid within the joint, and the formation… Full Article ›
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What You Need to Know About Collapsing Tracheas in Dogs
By Dr. Donna Spector, Oct 15, 2012The trachea is a fairly rigid tube (also known as the windpipe) that stretches from a dog's neck to his chest and brings air into the lungs. The structure is made up of cartilage rings,… Full Article ›
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6 Questions to Ask Yourself When Your Pet Gets the Big Cancer Diagnosis
By Dr. Ann Hohenhaus, Sep 25, 2012A cancer diagnosis for a pet can evoke many different feelings: denial, sadness, anger and possibly even guilt. But in your animal's hour of need, you need to focus in order to make… Full Article ›
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What You Need to Know About Spay Incontinence in Female Dogs
By Dr. Donna Spector, Sep 14, 2012Is your female dog suddenly dribbling urine in her sleep or even while she's climbing stairs? If so, she may be suffering from urinary incontinence, which commonly affects middle-aged and older… Full Article ›
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10 Questions to Ask When Your Pet Gets the Big Cancer Diagnosis
By Dr. Ann Hohenhaus, Aug 22, 2012A diagnosis of cancer in a beloved pet tends to broadside owners like a ton of bricks. If you do happen to find yourself in this unfortunate position, here are 10 key questions you should… Full Article ›
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Understanding Heart Disease: Do Pets and Humans Have Anything in Common?
By Jennifer Paull , Aug 8, 2012As cardiovascular disease becomes increasingly common, the American Heart Association and other health organizations are ramping up their efforts to educate and motivate the public about the… Full Article ›