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Glaucoma
Our hospital owns a Tonopen, the device used to measure intraocular pressure (IOP). Routine monitoring of IOP during your older pet’s annual or biannual exam is an important step in catching glaucoma...
View ArticleHeartworm Disease
Heartworm disease (dirofilariasis) is a serious and potentially fatal disease in dogs and cats. A heartworm prevention program is very important and consists of chewable tablets given monthly...
View ArticleIntroducing a New Pet
Hey Doctor….I Have a Question! In this column, I will attempt to answer some of the most commonly asked questions we get in the exam room. This issue’s topic: Introducing a new pet Q: Before I bring...
View ArticleKidney Failure
Kidney failure is a very common problem in older pets, especially senior cats. Kidneys are essential for overall health, and have a crucial role in waste management and detoxification. It takes a loss...
View ArticleOsteoarthritis
Clinical signs of osteoarthritis (OA) can vary from subtle behavior changes ( increasingly lazy, lethargic) to dramatic disabilities that cause major lifestyle changes. At the beginning, no...
View ArticlePet Allergies
Why am I so Itchy??? Is your dog or cat asking themselves this question? As we enter spring and summer, I’m sure a lot of you would say “yes, absolutely!” Allergies are frustrating because we can only...
View ArticleSeizures
Seizures can be a frightening experience for both the owner and the animal. With some understanding of what is occurring and the treatments available, you can begin to feel more at ease with your...
View ArticleThyroid
Malfunction of the thyroid gland is a very common problem in both cats and dogs. In dogs, hypothyroidism is mostly seen. The thyroid glands ( 2) are not producing enough essential thyroxine. Clinical...
View ArticleWeight Management
Weight Management program Overweight pets are on the rise! According to Veterinary Pet Insurance Co. ( www.petinsurance.com), 40% of American household pets are overweight. Pets that are 10 to 15%...
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