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Autumn is here bringing with it the beautiful colors of foliage for us to enjoy. But there is a very real danger to pets in this season. As the weather changes, we prepare our homes and our cars for cold weather. One of those changes includes putting antifreeze in our cars. Most antifreeze contains a […]
Dehydration in Pets
Dehydration is the abnormal loss of body fluids – water and electrolytes. Electrolytes are electrically charged salt ions and are found in all cells. They are necessary for all body functions of cells and organs, especially kidneys, heart and nerves. Dehydration, if not checked, is extremely dangerous, and can result in kidney damage. When the […]
Fibrocartilagenous Embolism
Fibrocartilagenous Embolish (FCE) or Spinal Cord Stroke occurs very suddenly. Small particles of the spinal disk (fibrocartilage) between the bones of the spine (vertebrae) block the blood vessels in the spine. FCE usually affects young or middle-aged dogs, medium to large breeds, but can occur in any dog. It rarely happens in cats or horses. […]