Dogs
Prepared To Protect: A Small Pet Owner’s Guide To Disaster Preparedness
Weather-related disasters have increased in frequency and severity across the U.S. over the past five years, and when communities are impacted by things such as flooding, severe storms, hurricanes, wildfires, or earthquakes, the chaos can become overwhelming — especially when you have a furry companion looking to you for reassurance and support. Because having a […]
Creating A Brighter Future For Pets: Texas A&M Stevenson Center Supports Canine Longevity Research, Veterinary Education
The Texas A&M Stevenson Companion Animal Life-Care Center’s primary mission is to provide a life-long home for pets whose owners have become unable to care for them, but it also does much more to support the future of veterinary medicine and pet care. As part of the College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS), […]
Texas A&M, Vet Valor Fund Help Get ‘Lieutenant Dan’ Back On His Feet With Hip Surgery
Lieutenant Dan, a three-legged mixed breed dog, wears a tag that says, “Got no leg,” but his lack of a limb doesn’t slow him down. Like his namesake from “Forrest Gump,” this Lieutenant Dan faced a life-altering challenge when he lost one of his hind legs; unlike the character Lt. Dan, however, the canine Lieutenant […]
All Paws On Deck: Independence Day Lake Safety For Pets
Cruising on the lake while dressed in red, white, and blue makes for a nearly perfect Fourth of July — and having your furry friend by your side makes the day even more special. However, because lakes can be dangerous places for pets, owners should come prepared for the unexpected. Dr. Erin Ray, a clinical […]
A Little Dog With A Lot Of Heart: Texas A&M Veterinarians Help Chihuahua Overcome Life-Threatening Heartworm Complication
An 8-pound Chihuahua named Petey McPherson holds a new record at the Texas A&M Small Animal Teaching Hospital (SATH) after having 58 heartworms surgically removed from his tiny heart. This overwhelming number of heartworms would have been fatal for Petey if his loving owner, Don McPherson, had not rescued him as a stray and ensured […]
TPLO Recovery: Setting Pets Up For Success
Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy (TPLO) surgery is one of the most effective ways to restore a pet’s mobility after a cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) tear. With an experienced surgical team and careful at-home care, most pets make a full recovery — but the road to healing requires close attention to every step along the way. […]
Purr-spectives Matter: Seeking A Second Opinion For Your Pet
As veterinary medicine evolves, new technologies, procedures, and treatments are expanding options for diagnosing, managing, and treating a wide range of pet illnesses. So, when your pet faces multiple or complex health problems, seeking a second opinion can be a helpful step to gain additional clarity and explore all available care options, according to Dr. […]
Scratching Beneath The Surface: Keeping Pets Flea-Free
The summer heat has crept in — and with it the critters that have owners and pets alike itching. Fleas, in particular, have a tendency to make themselves at home in your carpet, bedding, and, worst of all, your pet’s fur, inflicting constant irritation and posing potential health risks to their hosts. Dr. Lori Teller, […]
When The Knee Gives Out: Understanding TPLO Surgery
It often starts subtly — a slight limp, a hesitation before jumping, or a pet struggling to use one of their back legs. While these signs could indicate temporary soreness or a minor sprain, they may also point to a much more serious issue, a torn cranial cruciate ligament (CCL). This common injury can significantly […]
Research Collaboration Takes ‘One Health’ Approach To Study Chagas Disease Exposure, Treatment Effectiveness
Supported by almost $4 million in new funding, researchers in the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences and University of Georgia are working to develop interventions that will impact both canine and human health. A team of researchers at Texas A&M University and the University of Georgia (UGA) has received more than […]
