Bordetella is the inflammation of the trachea (windpipe) and the bronchi. It is also known as infectious tracheabronchitis. Symptoms are a hacking cough that may or may not produce mucous, nasal discharge and difficulty breathing. If not treated, it can lead to pneumonia. Kennel cough occurs often when boarding a dog in a kennel. The […]
Brachycephalic Syndrome is a group of upper airway abnormalities often seen in flat-faced dogs such as Pekingese, Pug, Bulldog, Boston Terrier and French Bulldog. It refers to the combination of elongated soft palate, stenotic nares, and everted laryngeal saccules, which are commonly seen in these breeds. It is an inherited disease which causes difficulty in […]
FDA – October 17, 2012 Kasel Associated Industries of Denver, Colorado has voluntarily recalled Boots and Barkley Roasted American Pig Ears and Boots and Barkley American Variety Pack Dog Treats due to salmonella contamination. Pets with salmonella can be lethargic, have diarrhea, sometimes bloody, fever, vomiting, decreased appetite. Pets with any of these symptoms should […]
