Vomiting and Diarrhea by Ben J. Character, DVM The gastro-intestinal (GI) tract has many functions. Obviously, it is a major component of the digestive process, but it also has a role in maintaining hydration and preventing the introduction of disease. The most common presentation of gastro-intestinal upset are the clinical signs of vomiting and/or diarrhea. […]
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Urinary Tract Infections
Urinary Tract Infections by Ben J. Character, DVM If a common occurrence at your home is an empty water bowl and frequent trips to that special tree or litter box, then your pet may be suffering from a urinary tract infection. Urinary Tract Infections (also referred to as a UTI) occur more frequently in female […]
Rat Poison Dangers
Rat Poison Dangers by Ben J. Character, DVM One of the most common bleeding disorders in dogs is also the most easily prevented. This problem is from the ingestion of poison designed for mice and rats. Rat poison works by preventing the body from producing certain clotting factors, which disables the whole clotting system, causing […]
Orthopedics
Orthopedics by Ben J. Character, DVM Orthopedics is the treatment of conditions that involve the skeletal system. The skeletal system includes muscles, joints, ligaments, and tendons as well as bones. There are several common orthopedic problems seen in dogs and cats. In general, cats are not as prone to orthopedic problems as dogs are, because they […]
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 […]
Neutering – A Therapeutic and Preventative Procedure
The neutering of our pets has become an important aspect of preventative medicine. Spaying and castration are surgical procedures that remove the sexual organs. Today, both of these are proven therapeutic and preventative procedures, but it was not always this way. Before these procedures became widely accepted and practiced, there was a terrible problem with […]