For your dog, swimming is a fantastic restorative and healing activity. The time and effort needed to teach your dog to swim should definitely be planned for because swimming not only offers the chance to improve their health but can also have a very positive impact on both your and your pup’s mental health. When … Read more
Small breeds can make the switch at 7 to 9 months; bigger breeds at 12, 13, even 14 months. Err on the side of caution: Better to be on puppy food a little too long than not long enough. After age 1: Most owners feed adult dogs two half-portions a day. A healthy, balanced diet … Read more
Cancer can be a devastating diagnosis for both pet owners and their furry family members. Unfortunately, lymphoma is one of the most common types of cancer found in dogs, and can have devastating implications. Stage 4 lymphoma is the most advanced stage and is often considered an incurable condition. Thankfully, with the right medical care, … Read more
Many Americans put in long hours at the office and lose valuable time in commuting. If you’re here, you’re probably a pet lover like us. Nothing makes our hearts melt like coming home from a long day to see our dog’s happy face, tongue out, and tail wagging. A well-trained dog can manage their alone … Read more
Your veterinarian will help you recognize when and if this is the case for your dog. However, in general, with the appropriate medications and recheck appointments, many dogs with heart failure due to DCM live for more than six-12 months. Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) is a relatively common condition which affects the heart of a dog, … Read more
Dogs diagnosed with high-grade tumors have an average prognosis of 1.5 years due to the more aggressive features associated with these tumors. STS that occurs in the oral cavity (mouth) tend to be more aggressive with higher rates of local recurrence. Sarcoma is a type of cancerous tumor that can be found in various parts … Read more
Low grade soft tissue sarcomas have a very good prognosis, especially if removed completely by surgery. Survival times are 2-4 years with low grade tumors. High grade tumors have a shorter survival time (typically less than one year), even with aggressive treatment. Soft tissue sarcomas are tumors of connective tissues. Within this larger category, various … Read more
30 minutes When it comes to taking care of our beloved furry friends, it is our responsibility to make sure that they are receiving the best care available. However, when our furry family members become ill or suffer from allergies, sometimes it is difficult to know how to best provide the relief they need. One … Read more
When thinking about bringing a pet into the home, one of the most important things to consider is its health and welfare. Of course, it’s important to make sure that a pet is properly cared for, but even the most well-cared for pets can occasionally become ill or injured and require medical attention. Unfortunately, in … Read more
4 hours How long can my dog hold its pee? is a common query from dog owners housetraining their puppies or adult dogs. Puppies are said to be able to hold their urine for as many hours as their age in months plus one. This means that a 3 month old pet can hold onto … Read more