The Dangers of Tea Tree Oil for Pets
Tea Tree Oil for Pets? Better Think Twice. Tea tree oil is extracted from the leaves of the Melaleuca alternifolia plant native to Australia, and has a long history of medical …
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Compost Toxicity in Dogs
The Dangers in Your Compost Bin Most pet owners know that chocolate, grapes, and raisins are toxic to our canine friends. Other potentially toxic foods include avocados, garlic and …
Tips for Keeping Your Pets Safe During July 4th
With the Fourth of July right around the corner, it’s time to prepare for the dazzling firework displays. One of the most important things to prepare for is how …
Hardware Disease – Bovine Traumatic Reticuloperitonitis
Cows do not chew their food in the same way as dogs, cats or humans. The unique anatomy of their mouth allows them to occasionally pick up foreign objects …
How to Express Your Dog’s Anal Glands
One of the most common problems we see in dogs are anal gland infections. The anal glands are located on either side of the rectum and serve the purpose …
How to Brush Your Cat’s Teeth
How Hard is it to Brush Your Cat’s Teeth? The best way to maintain healthy teeth in our pets is through daily brushing. Although training your dog to allow …
Cocoa Mulch Toxicity in Dogs
How Dangerous is Cocoa Mulch to Dogs? Many of us take some time during the summer to enjoy gardening or landscaping around our homes. While most varieties of mulch …
Botulism in Horses: Diagnosis & Treatment
Diagnosing Botulism in Your Horse Botulism is a neurologic disease caused by bacteria (Clostridium botulinum) that is fatal in horses. Horses are the most susceptible species to this particular …
Sweeney Shoulder (Suprascapular Neuropathy) in Horses
Sweeney Shoulder in horses is recognized by atrophy or “wasting away” of the muscles that are located in the shoulder area. This is caused by damage to the suprascapular …
Veterinary Treatment of Snake Mites
Snake mites are very small parasitic creatures that feed off the blood of your snake. They are visible to the naked eye and look like tiny black, red, or …