November 18, 2010
Holidays can be a
wonderful time spent with loved ones and being grateful for
everything we have received over the past year. However, there are
some things to be aware of when holidays are in session. Our pets
can become vulnerable to some holiday risks and it is important to
be knowledgeable and cautious about those risks so they can be
avoided.
The smells of food
f... (Read More)
November 15, 2010
Prosthetic intervention has been used for many years in human
rehabilitation to achieve mechanical and rehabilitative goals, that
is, to stand up and walk again. The use of these prosthetic devices
has been limited in veterinary medicine although published case
reports have existed for over 40 years.
"The use of prosthetic devices in veterinary medicine is in its
infa... (Read More)
November 04, 2010
Whether it is for appearance purposes or for more ease in
function and motion, cosmetic surgeries are not uncommon these
days. From teeth whitening to liposuction people will sometimes
elect to have these procedures even when there is no medical need
present. Now, some people are applying these same principles when
it comes to their pets.
Cosmetic surgeries for ... (Read More)
October 28, 2010
Trick or Treat, give me something good to eat! There are a
number of healthy treats that your horse can enjoy. These
treats can provide pleasure and add beneficial nutrients to your
horse's diet. However, they can also precipitate into
behavioral problems.
"Some fruits and vegetables make healthy horse treats," notes
Dr. Glennon Mays, clinical associ... (Read More)
October 21, 2010
Some injures can lead to paralysis and drive our pets to a
dead-end. Fortunately, there are now options for pets that can make
their lives go on wheels again. Literally.
For animals that have lost use of their legs because of
paralysis or a disease, wheelchair devices are now available that
can restore lost motion.
"A wide variety of devices are now on the market to ... (Read More)
October 14, 2010
About 40 percent of cats in American households are obese.
"Obesity is a serious medical condition and has been linked to
other medical conditions such as diabetes mellitus, degenerative
joint disease, and lower urinary tract disease," explains Liz
Kelley, veterinary technician II at the Texas A&M College of
Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (CVM). Ther... (Read More)