This occurs when the stomach twists, trapping air and gases and blocking them from escaping. It’s also known as gastric dilation – volvulus (GDV). This can lead to low blood pressure, damage to internal organs, shock. The stomach can feel very hard to the touch. The dog is very restless, may whimper, may try to […]
You’ve undoubtedly heard about the round after round of recalls that many pet foods experienced back in 2007. What does it mean when a pet product has a recall? Can the company be trusted again? First, let’s look at it from the viewpoint of the consumer, the person who buys the food. From what I’ve […]
9/11 and Hurricane Katrina have made us all think about what to do for our pets when disasters strike. Preparedness in the face of fires, tornadoes, floods, hurricanes, etc. will help increase chances of survival for us and our pets. Please make every effort to take your pets with you in the event of a […]
