Canine bloat is a condition called Gastric Dilatation and Volvulus (GDV) which is when the stomach fills with gas and twists on its axis, trapping the air. This condition can lead to shock, heart arrhythmias and death within a very short period of time. This condition is an EMERGENCY. This is not something, which can wait until the morning, not even one hour. MORE >>
Any unspayed female cat or dog is at risk for a pyometra (uterine infection), although the risk increases with age. Infection usually occurs 4-14 weeks after the pet goes through a heat cycle. MORE >>
When we talk about anesthesia, we frequently see the signs of fear in pet owner’s eyes. We are always asked, “What is the risk? Do you think he can take the risk of anesthesia?” MORE >>
What is a hernia? A hernia is a defect in a body wall (muscle). Hernias can be caused from trauma, surgical complication, severe constipation (perianal hernias only), or congenital (born with the hernia). MORE >>
The number one reason why a dog (and sometimes a cat) is presented for rear limb lameness is a ruptured Cranial Cruciate Ligament (called the Anterior Cruciate Ligament in humans). This ligament is located inside of the knee. MORE >>