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Cold Weather Tips for Pet Owners Dr. Robert Doucette
It sure is! The cold weather is upon us and whenever we head outside to get some fresh air or scrape off the car or shovel away all of that snow, we get bundled up with our winter coats, hats, mitts and boots to stay warm and protect ourselves from the elements.
Read MoreOsteosarcoma in Dogs by Dr. Chris MacDonald
Bogart is a 10 year old Bouvier des Flanders dog who had a lameness in his front right leg. He had been getting progressively more sore over the preceding month, showing signs at home of being less active, not wanting to get in and out of the car, and whining when he was laying down. […]
Read MoreWhat is Elbow Dysplasia in Dogs & Puppies?
Medial Compartment Disease of the Elbow (previously referred to as the catch all term of Elbow Dysplasia) is the most common cause of front limb lameness in the young dog, especially of the larger breeds. Dysplasia comes from the Greek dys, (abnormal) and plassein (to form). Therefore, dysplasia refers to abnormal development, in this case […]
Read MoreEcho – Senior Focus
Name: Echo Age:12 Breed: German Shepherd Presented for: Mobility Changes Diagnostics Performed: Bloodwork- CBC & Chemistries, Radiographs Diagnosis: Radiographs revealed Osteoarthritis and Grade 4 Hip Dysplasia. Bloodwork results were within normal ranges. Treatment Plan: Start Medications for anti-inflammatory and pain management. Modified exercise routine supported with Glucosamine supplements to help with joint health. Update from […]
Read MoreEarly disease detection and your senior pet
As our pets age they have an increased risk of developing various age related problems and diseases. Wellness testing is performed in our senior pets (over 7 years) to decrease the risk that a disease process goes undetected. Thankfully most of the time no abnormalities are found and the results of wellness testing can be […]
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