Canine
Sleeping with Pets…Deadly Nightmare or Sweet Dreams?
The headline screamed “Sleeping with Your Pets Is A Deadly Risk”. Reading on, the article described several zoonotic diseases and parasites that have potential for causing human illness. But, did the media sensationalize this issue? How can you tell when an animal health story is urgent or when it’s been exaggerated for media effect?
Read MorePet Food Recall
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – April 05, 2012 Diamond Pet Foods is voluntarily recalling Diamond Naturals Lamb Meal & Rice. This is being done as a precautionary measure, as the product has the potential to be contaminated with salmonella. No illnesses have been reported and no other Diamond manufactured products are affected. Individuals handling dry pet…
Read MoreSpinal Cord Injuries – Veterinary Research Helping People and Pets
Trauma to the spinal cord is a serious, often fatal injury in people and pets. Damage to the cord by fractures of the vertebrae or swelling can often lead to pain and weakness and even partial or complete loss of movement or sensation. These situations are medical emergencies! Interesting new research is now showing promise and the hero of the research may be a family pet!
Read MoreDoes your pet suffer from secondhand smoke?
In the past 45 years, the number of smokers in the United States has decreased to less than 20% of the population and almost 70% of those current smokers want to kick the habit. Could an understanding of how secondhand smoke affects our pets help encourage more people to quit?
Read MoreWho Cleans Your Teeth?
Brushing your pet’s teeth is something many of us never think about doing. Even owners who know the benefits of home dental care often forget or brush so infrequently that it never helps. A new fad that removes tartar from your pet’s teeth without the use of anesthetics has increased in popularity among pet owners. Can these “standing dentals” really help your animal’s oral health?
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