Amputation is considered one of the oldest medical procedures, even for animals. In ancient times dogs were not kept as pets, only as working animals. Depending on their jobs, tails and ears were docked, dewclaws removed and castration performed. Often these surgeries caused severe infection. If the dog could no longer perform its duties, it […]
Tossing a stick for your dog to fetch seems a harmless enough game. It’s probably been in practice since dogs and humans first bonded. But is using sticks for play or training such a good idea? Your veterinarian can tell you how many injuries s/he has treated when dogs play with sticks. Dogs naturally use […]
Herbs and spices are important additions to food. They give flavor to food as well as healing powers for ailments. With NSAIDs having so many serious side effects adding to a pet’s illness, it’s time we used herbs and spices to support and promote good health. Herbs and spices in daily use can improve the […]
