Fear Free Veterinary Care
Does your dog know when you are approaching the veterinary clinic? Sadly, many dogs are nervous, anxious, or just uncomfortable at the vet’s office.
Thankfully...
Canine Constipation
Constipation seems like it should be a straightforward medical problem, but this is far from the case! Constipation occurs when there is difficulty or...
Confidence Lost
When Woody (my three-year-old pit bull-mix) was a tiny puppy, just another one in a litter of nine that I was fostering for my...
How to Get the Tick Out
It’s creepy enough that there are billions of these tiny insects living in the woods and fields, just waiting to latch onto your dog...
Mast Cell Tumors
Mast cell tumors (MCTs) are the most common form of malignant skin cancer that occurs in dogs, accounting for about 14 to 21 percent...
An Ill-Advised Weight-Loss Program: Bowser’s Story
Bowser was a sweet, lovable, and very fat Beagle. Instead of weighing a healthy 30 pounds, he was a whopping 50. Bowser’s veterinarian examined...
Avoiding Heat Stroke in Dogs
Summer is a great time to be a dog owner. Long warm days mean plenty of outdoor activities like swimming, hiking, and playing. It’s...
What is Myasthenia Gravis in Dogs?
Myasthenia gravis in dogs is a relatively rare neuromuscular disease
in which there is a breakdown in the transmission of signals between nerves...
Addison’s Disease in Dogs
Addison’s disease in dogs occurs when the adrenal glands or brain axis are not functioning properly. It can be divided into two categories: primary and secondary.
Marijuana Toxicity in Dogs
The symptoms of marijuana toxicity will vary based on the dog, but general symptoms in dogs include depression, vomiting, urinary incontinence, ataxia (wobbliness), tremors, stupor, and bradycardia (slow heart rate). However, Dr. Wismer explains about 25% of dogs exposed to cannabis will become stimulated instead of depressed and show agitation and high heart rate. Dogs with severe marijuana toxicity can develop low blood pressure and coma.
Megaesophagus in Dogs: A Mega Problem?
The esophagus is a muscular, distensible organ that carries food from the mouth to the stomach. Megaesophagus is a common disorder in dogs that describes slow motility with resultant dilation of the esophagus. As a result of hypomotility, food will pool in the esophagus and stretch it. The stretching leads to damage to the nerves. This worsens hypomotility - a vicious cycle.
Tea Tree Oil Diffusers Are Toxic to Dogs
While some essential oils can benefit dogs, others are extremely dangerous - especially when used in their concentrated form. Tea tree oil demands extra caution around dogs, cats and small children. Although exposure to any essential oil is generally most concentrated when it directly contacts skin, tea tree oil diffusers and liquid potpourri present specific health concerns to dogs. These items release essential oils like tea tree continually into the air, risking exposure by inhalation.
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