WHAT IS GIARDIA? Giardia is a simple one-celled parasite; it is not a "worm", bacteria or virus. Most dogs become infected by drinking water contaminated with feces or eating feces from a animal infected with giardia. Giardia then infects the small intestine, and the infected dog passes microscopic cysts in their stool. These cysts can then [...]
Diabetes mellitus is a condition in which the body cannot properly produce or respond to the hormone insulin. This results in elevated levels of glucose, which is the main source of energy for the body. The cells in a cat’s body need sugar (glucose) for energy, just like the human body does. Glucose in the [...]
WHAT DOES AAHA STAND FOR? AAHA stands for American Animal Hospital Association. It is the only organization that accredits veterinary hospitals. To become accredited, companion animal hospitals undergo regular comprehensive evaluations by AAHA veterinary experts who evaluate the practice on approximately 900 standards of veterinary care that go above and beyond basic state regulations. They are [...]
Feline leukemia virus (FeLV) is one of the most common infectious diseases in cats, affecting between 2 and 3% of all cats in the United States. HOW DOES A CAT CONTRACT THE FELINE LEUKEMIA VIRUS? The virus is shed in saliva, nasal secretions, urine, feces, and milk of infected cats. Cat-to-cat transfer of the virus [...]
Did you know that adult dogs have 42 teeth? However, sometimes during a veterinarian examination some may be missing. They’re usually missing because of trauma, dental disease, or even a congenital abnormality. When teeth are still present in the mouth, but cannot be found during oral examination, they are called unerupted teeth. WHAT IS THE [...]
Feline tooth resorption is a very painful, and unfortunately a very common condition, in cats. Cells destroy the tooth root surfaces by causing the enamel to erode away. As the disease progresses, the layers of the tooth erode away and the pulp cavity becomes exposed, causing pain and sensitivity. Studies worldwide show a prevelance of up to [...]
Cushing’s Disease ( Hyperadrenocorticism) Cushing's syndrome happens when your dog’s body makes too much of a hormone called cortisol. This hormone helps him respond to stress, control his weight, fight infections, and stabilize his blood sugar levels. But too much or too little cortisol can cause problems. Cortisol is produced by the adrenal glands, located [...]
The holidays are fast approaching. For most of us the holidays mean one thing… traveling. With all this upcoming traveling how do include your furry family members? START SMALL Try to keep car rides relatively short at first. Working your way into longer road trips. Some pets feel better if they can see outside, but [...]
Have you ever wondered what is lurking in the water puddle in your backyard as your dog happily splashes around? Truth is, there may have been other animals already happily splashing in that puddle earlier and they could of left behind some harmful bacteria. WHAT IS LEPTOSPIROSIS? Leptospirosis is an infectious disease that causes illness in [...]
WHAT DOES “FELINE FRIENDLY” MEAN? It's assurance that cats are handled with appropriate gentleness and respect at all times. Cat-friendly principles are always adhered to during the care and restraint of cats. This includes- - Minimizing stress during handling, examinations, and procedures - Recognizing and minimizing fear and anxiety in cats TRAVELING TO THE VETERINARY [...]
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