Diskospndylitis (discospondylitis, vertebral osteomyelitis), not to be confused with diskospondylosis which is a degeneration of the spinal column from any cause, is usually seen in middle-aged and older dogs and is the most common cause of back pain. While diskospondylitis (DS) is usually seen in large and giant male dogs, especially German Shepherd Dogs and […]
News from the ASPCA on the upcoming vote on the Agriculture Appropriations bill. Dear Animal Advocates, Great news! Congress is busy setting the federal budget for fiscal year 2013, and on June 19, Rep. Jim Moran’s amendment to block use of taxpayer dollars for horse slaughter inspections was approved by the House Appropriations Committee! This […]
Nicole adopted Daggit as a 9 week old from a puppy rescue in Colorado. Daggit is an Australian Shepherd/Labrador mix. Daggit’s cancer story began in August of 2009. A swelling in a toe that didn’t respond to Nicole’s treatment prompted a vet visit. Daggit was treated for what appeared to be an infection but with […]
