Ovarian Sparing Spay (OSS)
For decades, we in the veterinary community have performed ovariohysterectomies (spay) in female dogs for both population control and because we believed it was a preventative measure against potential …
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Dilated Cardiomyopathy and Novel Protein Diets
We have been receiving questions lately regarding items in the news about certain hypoallergenic, novel protein dog foods and a form of heart disease called dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM). We …
CANINE INFLUENZA
As of this writing, canine influenza is back in the news due to the latest outbreak in the Chicago area. Many have questions about what to do to protect …
ARE YOU FEEDING YOUR CAT TO SURVIVE OR THRIVE?
Have you ever considered what type of food is best for your cat? Should you feed dry kibble, canned, homemade or raw? With so much information and advertising out …
THE 3 MOST COMMON CAUSES OF ITCHING
Coping with an itchy pet can be an extremely frustrating experience for you and test the limits of your relationship with your pet. Persistent scratching and chewing by your …