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We all want our pets to live healthy and long life, and a condition like heart disease can be frightening even to imagine. But in reality, sometimes dogs can either be congenitally born with heart disease or acquire it through various variables, including age, food, illness, or infection. Knowing the signs, symptoms and the care […]

Otitis externa in dogs is a common inflammatory disease of the external ear canal, including the ear pinna. In 20 percent of dogs, this ailment can be acute or chronic and occurs when the layer of cells of the external ear canal becomes inflamed. If your dog has been shaking his head excessively and scratching […]

Distemper is a highly contagious viral disease caused by the canine distemper virus (CDV). It is highly infectious, and canines suffering from the ailment commonly exhibit systemic clinical signs such as fever, lethargy, loss of appetite, respiratory signs, and GI signs, variably followed by neurologic symptoms.  Dogs go through phases based on the time elapsed […]

Like humans, dogs can have cognitive impairment (sometimes known as “doggy dementia”) as they age. Over time, it creates behavior changes that tend to get worse. Despite the fact that there is no treatment for cognitive dysfunction, there are things you can do to support your pet and ensure that they continue to have a […]

The world of feline health is forever changing with the emergence of viral illness. Feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) is potentially life-threatening in cats. Similar to AIDS in humans, FIV is a major viral infection in cats that is species-specific. It is also known as ‘Feline AIDS,’ transmitted from cat to cat.  FIV is a Lentivirus […]

Urinary infections in dogs are prevalent, and just like in humans, they can be unpleasant and painful due to the burning sensation when urinating. Fortunately, once diagnosed and treated by your veterinarian, these infections will clear up quickly, and your canine companion will return to normal in no time. If you’re curious about the symptoms […]