There are over 27,000 cases of animal rabies reported yearly worldwide, with the actual number estimated to be many times greater. Confirmed human rabies cases number around 500, but the actual number is most likely to be well over 20,000. This … [Read more...]
Canine and Feline Heartworm Disease is a serious and deadly disease found wherever mosquitoes are present. Each year, thousands of dogs become permanently debilitated or die needlessly from this easily preventable disease. The heartworm life-cycle … [Read more...]
Itching is a common problem in pets, especially dogs, that can be discomforting to the pet and unnerving to the pet owner. It often leads to more serious secondary conditions such as "hot spots", skin and ear infections, dry, flaky skin and … [Read more...]
Ear infections are a common problem in companion animals. From Cocker Spaniels to Golden Retrievers, those red, irritated and smelly ears are a sore spot for both pet and pet owner. Most ear infections are associated with moisture trapped in the … [Read more...]
If your pet is having "accidents" in the house, urinating more frequently or straining to urinate, discolored or bloody urine, the most common cause is a urinary tract infection. Urinary tract infections most often involve the bladder which is … [Read more...]
Nothing is more alarming and annoying than finding out that your pet has had an "accident" all over a newly carpeted room! Diarrhea and loose stools are a common clinical sign associated with many types gastrointestinal disorders. The first step … [Read more...]
Vomiting is the one of the most common reasons that pet owners seek veterinary medical help. The reasons can range from such benign causes as upset stomach secondary to a new food source or gastritis all the way to life-threatening conditions such as … [Read more...]
