Dog Health

Do you remember hearing about those creatures called Leeches? Well, they’re making a comeback in the world of medicine. And they’ve been proven more effective and safer than some modern therapies for vascular problems, wound care, arthritis and inflammation. Medicinal leeching was used in ancient times and even up to the 19th century to treat […]

When we think of some of the things our dogs choose to eat, we wonder if they have any taste buds at all. Of course they do, but not nearly as many taste buds as we humans. We have about 9,000 and when compared to a dog who has merely 1,700, we can understand why […]

Caring for your dog’s teeth and gums can avoid serious health problems. You should brush your dog’s teeth at least 2 or 3 times a week. There are toothbrushes and toothpaste made specifically for dogs. Do not use human toothpaste. There is a product you can add to your dog’s water bowl that will help […]

Many dogs gobble down their food so quickly it seems as they’re inhaling it. And that’s a recipe that may not stay down. Cleaning up the mess is no fun for you and vomiting is no fun for your dog. Eating too quickly can also cause digestive problems. Some are really serious such as stomach […]

2016 Current law in most localities in the United States requires that a dog who comes in contact with a rabid animal and has an expired rabies vaccination should be euthanized. In some instances the dog may be allowed to undergo a strict isolation for 6 months under veterinary supervision and given a rabies shot […]

Rapamycin (sirolemus) is an FDA approved antifungal antibiotic drug. It is used in transplant patients to manage rejection and is also an anti-cancer drug. Side effects in humans include diarrhea, hair and nail loss, skin ulcers and rashes. In experiments with mice using low doses, it appeared to slow the aging process and increase the […]

Identical twins are two beings developing from the same fertilized egg. They share the same genetic material and the same amniotic sac. Original thoughts were that pups can be fraternal twins or triplets meaning they have the same sire but are not identical. Half siblings can have the same mother but different fathers. Often what […]

Calcium, phosphorus, magnesium and other trace minerals are diet necessities in order to maintain the good health of joints, bones and teeth. Bones are a great source of calcium. But home-cooked diets should contain bones. Cooked bones become soft and sliver or whole bones can pose major dangers as they travel through your pet’s system. […]

Here are some of the elements in a dog’s blood test that may help you better understand what the results mean. ALT (Alkaline Phosphatase) – Levels may be elevated when liver is irritated or damaged. Albumin – Decrease in levels, look for starvation, parasites, chronic liver disease, enteritis, pancreatitis, blood loss,, glomerulonephritis, poor sources of […]

What are the basic building blocks of nutrients that cats and dogs need to enjoy healthy lives? Protein, Carbohydrates, Fat, minerals, vitamins and water are the basics. Proteins – Cats are true carnivores and need more protein than dogs. The 22 amino acids in protein, 12 of which an animal synthesizes, are necessary for every […]