Pet Talk
Canine Car Collisions
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 if they are hit by a car. “On average, here at the Texas A&M Small Animal ER, we tend to see at […]
Dental Hygiene for Dogs
An ounce of prevention may be worth a pound of cure, but when it comes to your dog’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 […]
Staying in Pace with Pacemakers
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 […]
Animals Ringworm
It may be surprising for some to learn that the skin infection known as ringworm, or dermatophytosis, is not actually a worm or parasite at all, but a fungus. The lesion will not always be in the shape of a ring, but it will appear scaly in the center with a red irritated color on […]
Managing Pain in Pets
Imagine feeling ill and not being able to properly express it. The language barrier causes many pets to feel this way toward their owners. It is important to know the signs indicative of pain in your pet so that you can help them manage it, even if they can’t tell you about it. According to […]
You Received a Pet as a Gift… What Now?
It’s the week after the holidays. You received everything you wanted this year… and then some. A well-meaning relative decided that you needed a new pet in your life and gave you one as a gift. What are you going to do now? Mark Stickney, clinical associate professor at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary […]
Relocating with Pets
The new job is wonderful – the salary is great, and you love the office. However, there happens to be a catch – it requires that you move to another country. The place is lovely, and it is perfect for your family. But can you take little Fluffy with you? Will she be happy with […]
Pancreatitis
If your cat or dog is suffering from vomiting and diarrhea, it may be that Fido or Fluffy are spending too much time at the all-you-can-eat buffet. But vomiting and abdominal pain may also indicate pancreatitis, a fairly common condition among cats and dogs that can lead to severe complications and even death. “Pancreatitis is an […]
South American Camelid Basics
Imagine a plateau high in the Andes Mountains covered by nothing but South American camelids and shrubbery. Over the past twenty years, this picture has changed as some South American camelids have found new homes in the United States living very different lives than their predecessors. The domesticated South American camelids – alpacas and llamas […]
The Price of Spaying and Neutering
Consider this: One pair of un-sterilized cats, together with their offspring, can result in 420,000 kittens in 7 years. One pair of un-sterilized dogs, with their offspring, can result in 4,372 puppies in 7 years. Statistics also show that only one out of nine of these animals find a good home, leaving the rest to […]
