The lens of the eye is normally transparent, allowing light through to the retina in back of the eye. A cataract causes the lens of the eye to become cloudy or opaque, decreasing or eventually blocking light to the retina, causing impaired vision and eventually blindness. Cataracts can be hereditary or caused by disease such […]
MRSA has found its way from humans to pets. Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) has been reported in dogs but no cases have appeared in cats. This aggressive form, found in hospitals is a particular risk to dogs who undergo amputation of a leg. Living with Tripawds Tripawds immune systems are generally compromised. Staphylococcus bacteria […]
Allergies – Dogs can be allergic just as humans can, to certain foods (wheat, soy, corn, preservatives, even meats, chicken, eggs, etc.), to plants, to insect bites (fleas, ticks, etc.), dust mites and molds to name a few. If the allergy affects the skin itching can be most severe on the feet, flanks, groin, armpits […]
