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No, we’re not talking about the sweet treat. We’re talking about the herb. Glycyrrhiza glabra to be exact. Licorice is considered to be one of the most useful herbal medicines for humans, but does it have the same benefits for pets? If it does, is licorice safe for pets? Not to worry, we’re here to...

Gotu kola is a herb also known as Centella asiatica, Indian pennywort, Brahmi, or Asiatic pennywort. Some will even call it “herb of longevity”. It is a herb that is used for medicinal purposes, as well as culinary, and it is native to the wetlands in Asia. You may be familiar with Gotu kola from...

Shih Tzu dogs are known for being affectionate and sweet, and Shiva the pup is no exception! She loves her furmily very much, and still has a love of walks – even at 12 years old! However, this pup started experiencing constant coughing, which turned out to be tracheal collapse. When little Shiva first started...

Hypothyroidism in dogs is one of the most common diseases we see at the Animal Wellness Clinic (Dr. Cook’s veterinary practice). A thorough understanding of the disease and the symptoms will help with early diagnosis and treatment. Below is an explanation of the complicated and all-encompassing disease of hypothyroidism in dogs. What is hypothyroidism? The...

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....

Have you ever heard of teeth grinding in cats? Or maybe you’ve experienced your own kitty doing it? But why do our furkids do this and how can it be prevented? There are many questions surrounding this issue and we have decided to help by answering some of the mysteries surrounding teeth grinding in cats....

We have all heard of hernias in people, but did you know that hernias in dogs are a lot more common than you think? Hernias can develop without you even knowing as they are internal. We put together some symptoms and signs to help you when diagnosing your pup with a hernia. What Are Hernias?...

The Holidays are here! It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Nothing’s better than warm nights by the fire with family from afar, big meals and lots of goodies, lit trees, and sparkly decorations. However for our pets, and admittedly, for us, it can be a bit stressful. All of the wonderful things about the...

Paw Pad Injuries Most dogs love to run and play outside. Many would fetch the ball for you for hours on end if given the chance. Often, they’re having so much fun, they don’t realize they could be damaging their paws. One common injury we have seen at vet clinics is paw pad injuries due...

Constipation in cats is an all too common problem. Although in most cases, constipation can be easily treated, there are some instances when chronic constipation can result in more serious conditions, like megacolon.  What is a megacolon? Megacolon is when the intestine becomes enlarged, dilated, and packed with hard fecal matter. This is an extremely...