Pet Talk
Paw-Some Pals: Introducing Your Fur Baby to Your New Baby
From slobbering, zoomies, and barking, to spit up, crawling, and crying, the transition from the joys of pet parenthood to newborn parenthood can be both exciting and intimidating — especially for the fur baby who is suddenly no longer the center of attention. Pets and children can make great companions, as long as proper steps […]
Doggie Decoding: Understanding Canine Body Language
Without the gift of gab, dogs are left to rely on a bark, a tail wag, or, sometimes, even a snarl to communicate with their two-legged companions. However, as we attempt to connect with our canine friends, understanding the unspoken becomes immensely important in recognizing their wants and needs. “Understanding our dogs’ basic body language […]
When Hearing Hurts: Managing Middle Ear Problems in Flat-Faced Dog Breeds
From their adorable snort to bulging eyes and ever endearing waddle, smush-faced dogs are increasing in popularity due to their cuteness and fun-loving personalities. In fact, French bulldogs have recently become the most popular dog breed in the United States, according to the American Kennel Club. However, the same physical differences that make these pets […]
Bulldogs: Beneath the Wrinkles
Bulldogs, with their trademark wrinkled faces and charming personalities, are among the top 10 most beloved dog breeds in the United States, according to the American Kennel Club. Yet, bulldogs also come with some special health challenges that potential and current owners should be aware of to provide their dogs with the best life possible. […]
Shoo, Fly! Keeping Cattle Comfortable And Healthy
Flies might be seen as simply a pesky inconvenience, but for cattle, they’re much more of a concern. Because these tiny insects can cause stress, reduce feed intake, and spread diseases, when left unmanaged, they can significantly impact cattle health, comfort, and productivity. Dr. Eric Kneese, a clinical assistant professor at the Texas A&M College […]
Love Is In The Air And So Are Allergies
Sprinting through grassy meadows, rolling around on flower-filled hills, and playing in the breezy spring air may seem like a dream for your pet, especially following the chill of winter. But the incoming season brings with it much more than the beauty that the winter season stripped away; it also opens a season of allergies […]
Conquering Cushing’s: Life After Diagnosis
Discovering that your dog or cat has Cushing’s syndrome can be both discouraging and overwhelming, but it also marks the beginning of their journey toward better health and an improved quality of life. This condition, resulting from excessive production of cortisol, also known as the stress hormone, can stem from either a pituitary gland tumor […]
Unmasking Cushing’s: Understanding The Condition And Its Diagnosis
Cushing’s syndrome, or hypercortisolism, is a condition caused by overproduction of cortisol — a hormone that regulates stress, metabolism, and immune response. While cortisol is vital for normal body function, too much can lead to serious health issues. Two Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences clinicians — Dr. Andrew Bugbee, a clinical […]
Why Is My Horse Not Shedding Its Winter Coat? Understanding PPID In Horses
As the seasons change, so do horses’ coats to help them stay warm in winter and cool in summer. But, occasionally, horses can be late to shed their thick winter coats. While this isn’t always a problem, it can be a symptom of pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID), also known as equine Cushing’s disease. Drs. […]
The Unseen Enemy: Understanding & Managing Tritrichomonas in Cats
Tritrichomonas foetus (Tritric) is a microscopic menace that can turn a household into a battleground of chronic illness. This protozoan parasite often leads to persistent, hard-to-treat diarrhea in cats — especially when litter boxes and living spaces aren’t carefully managed. While Tritric can infect dogs, it is far more common in cats — particularly young, […]
