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The Retained Placenta in Horses and Cows
The Retained Placenta in Horses and Cows by Ben J. Character, DVM “Retained placenta” is a self-descriptive term referring to the inappropriate lack of passage of the fetal membranes (that is, the calf or foal’s “bag”) after birth. This condition can occur in any species, but the severity and importance for removal depends greatly on […]
Cancer and Our Furry Friends
Dogs and cats are now living longer and more full lives due to advancements in health care available. Because of their longer life spans, we are encountering more and more cases of neoplastic disease, i.e., cancer. Tumors occur when the normal cells begin acting in abnormal ways. They begin multiplying uncontrollably, and will sometimes produce normal […]
Emergencies
Can you remember your last visit to the emergency room? Most of us have had to have medical assistance after the doctor’s office has closed. The same is true for our pets. Over half of our patients have needed emergency treatment at some time in their lives. There are numerous reasons why a pet may […]
Flipping the Right Switches: Stem cell therapy
Flipping the Right Switches – Stem Cell Therapy by Ben J. Character, DVM It’s the “latest and greatest” therapy that is being further researched to – optimistically – help with all kinds of diseases and ailments. Stem cells: Cells that have the potential to become another type of cell. These cells are already being used […]
Diagnostics: Ultrasound
Ultrasound diagnostics How it works: Ultrasound (also called sonography or sonogram) is the use of sound waves to see structures hidden within other structures. Working similarly to radar, an ultrasound probe emits sound waves which bounce off of structures in differing waves back to the transducer. These returning sound waves are then “read” by the […]