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It's Showtime!

March 08, 2012

For many FFA and 4-H youth and their animals, it's showtime. Now is the time of year when many young adults are showing off such livestock as cattle, sheep, swine, and goats at fairs and competitions all over the country.  Dr. Floron Faries, professor and extension veterinarian, Texas AgriLife Extension Service, Texas A&M System, has some advice for youth to ... (Read More)

Canine Cognitive Dysfunction

March 01, 2012

Like people, dogs are susceptible to the negative effects of aging on the mind and body. Canine cognitive dysfunction or "doggie dementia" is a disorder similar to dementia in people. "Signs for canine cognitive dysfunction include problems with learning, housetraining, awareness of surroundings, and problems with the wake/sleep cycle," said Dr. Joseph Mankin, clin... (Read More)

Tummy Ache

February 23, 2012

A tummy ache is never fun for people, but it can be life threatening for your pet. "It's not uncommon for most animals to have upset stomachs and vomit from time to time, but there's usually a simple reason," says Dr. Deb Zoran, associate professor at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences. Vomiting may be caused by a hairball in t... (Read More)

Canine Car Collisions

February 16, 2012

In seconds your life can be changed forever. As distractions increase for drivers, so does the number of car accidents. Unfortunately, pets are often affected by distracted drivers and can incur serious injury.   "On average, here at the Texas A&M Small Animal ER, we tend to see at least three to five animals that have been hit by a car each week," said Dr. B... (Read More)

Dental Hygiene for Dogs

Dental Hygiene for Dogs

February 09, 2012

An ounce of prevention may be worth a pound of cure, but when it comes to Spot or Fluffy's health; practicing good dental hygiene may make a ton of difference. "In fact, an animal's teeth may be more important to its overall health than most pet owners realize," says Dr. J.R. "Bert" Dodd, clinical associate professor at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine... (Read More)

Staying in Pace with Pacemakers

Staying in Pace with Pacemakers

February 02, 2012

What would you do if your pet's heart suddenly stopped working properly? February is the month of National Heart Awareness and Valentine's Day. February should also be a reminder for pet owners to educate themselves on their pet's heart health. The best place to start is your veterinarian. If your pet has an irregular heartbeat or low heart rate it should be evaluated... (Read More)