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A mother’s instinct to protect her offspring begins from the moment she knows she is pregnant. As pet parents, we feel a similar connection with our pets. We vow to feed, protect, and care for our furry little ones. But sometimes even we need our mother’s help. When I decided to take my veterinary studies from Brazil to...

Have you ever been so excited that you thought you might ‘piddle’? Probably not, but I bet your dog has! While most adult dogs learn to hold their bladders well, not all have mastered this skill. Dogs who have issues with ‘piddling’ may do so when they’re excited when they are feeling submissive or both....

We feel like we should start this article by managing expectations, your pet will never stop farting. It is a natural part of life, and, unfortunately, we’re stuck with it! That being said, while a little gas is normal in our pets, there is such a thing as too much gas. Sometimes, symptoms such as...

What is Pneumonia? Pneumonia is a condition that causes inflammation of the lung tissue. In dogs, it is most often caused by a bacterial infection, and the inflamed lung tissues then begin to accumulate fluid. This infection can occur as a result of infectious diseases, such as (Bordetella bronchiseptica) or other bacteria which enter the...

Spaying is a term that refers to the removal of the female reproductive organs, the ovaries and/or the uterus. Some pet owners may have concerns when talking about spaying their pets. You may ask yourself if there are benefits or if you will regret it in the future. So here are some good reasons to...

Almost every day, dog and sometimes cat patients visit my integrative veterinary practice, due to scooting on their hind end. A veterinary hospital can be a very smelly place at times! Anal gland problems are very common. Dogs and cats have two small pouches on either side of their anus that make a smelly, brown...

Across the world, life is starting to transition into a new normal with our pets. Pet parents are going , parks and public spaces are reopening, and some kids are going back to school. All of these big changes to our routines in a short amount of time can really be confusing and frustrating to...

Many times in our veterinary practice, we see middle-aged cats or dogs who are brought in because of concerns with their excessive thirst and frequent urination. Although these symptoms can be due to other disease processes, it is a classic sign of diabetes in pets. If your cat or dog is exhibiting these symptoms, ask...

Prevention— it’s the magic word to keep your dog’s health optimized. Generations of selective breeding have produced all the breeds that we have come to know and love. Unfortunately, it has also put dogs at risk for many health problems that affect both their body and their behavior. But there’s hope! By understanding our dog’s...

We all know the saying “they fight like cats and dogs,” but that doesn’t have to be the reality.  If introduced properly, your cats and dogs are more likely to get along. That being said, some cat and dog breeds get along better than others. Some dog breeds are also hardwired to see cats as something to...