Canine Hypoadrenocorticism What is canine hypoadrenocorticism? Canine hypoadrenocorticism (Addison’s disease) is a rare endocrine disorder. The adrenal glands, which sit on top of the kidneys, produce hormones that control blood pressure, heart rate, and the body’s response to stress. In dogs with hypoadrenocorticism, these hormones are not produced in the […]
Why use acupuncture for your pets
Why should I use acupuncture for my pet? Acupuncture has been used to heal animals and people for millennia. Among the first animals to receive the benefits of this healing technique was an elephant, about 3500 years ago. This fellow was afflicted with a stomach disorder, similar to bloating, and […]
Acupuncture in the treatment of animals
Acupuncture was first used in the treatment of animals over 3000 years ago in Asia. An elephant was found to have a stomach disorder similar to bloating, and was healed by the placement of slender needles at specific points on his body. Since that time acupuncture has been used all […]
Acupuncture and Tellington TTouch
Active dogs engaged in such activities as agility, playing at the dog park and hiking long distances are susceptible to minor soft tissue injuries. Acupuncture and Tellington Touch are two complementary healthcare methods that help dogs recover from injuries like these, as well as providing an opportunity to correct imbalances […]
Facts about euthanasia for your pet
When an owner and veterinarian decide that a pet is suffering or unlikely to make a recovery, euthanasia offers a way to end a pet’s pain. The decision is difficult for both the owner and the veterinarian, but we should recognize that sometimes this is the kindest thing we can […]
Caring for an older cat
When does your cat begin to age? In general, a 10-year old cat is roughly 55 to 60 years old on the human scale. Since cats can live to be 18 to 20 years old with good care, nutrition, and strong family genes, you may still have your friend for […]
Veterinary care for disabled pets
Getting the proper care for your disabled pet is extremely important. Finding the right veterinarian involved knowing what questions to ask. Below are some general questions you may want to consider asking your vet. How much experience does the veterinarian have in treating your pet’s condition? The actual experience the […]
Pet cancer options
Veterinary medicine has made great strides in treating pets with cancer. Advances in Veterinary Oncology, Radiation Oncology, and Radiation Therapy (RT), are applied using state-of-the-art equipment including CT or CAT scans and Linear Accelerators, along with chemotherapy and surgery, to combat tumors and cancer in pets. Expertise + equipment + […]
Finding the right vet for your pet
One of the most important things you as the caregiver of a special-needs pet can do is to find the best vet possible for your pet and for you. This page contains some suggested guidelines for screening and selecting a vet. Beginning the Search Before you begin, think about what […]
Interviewing a new veterinarian
Preliminary Visit with a Veterinarian If the clinic passes so far, schedule a preliminary visit with the vet, but without your pet. Make sure that you ask for a reasonable amount of time so that you can get your questions answered. Be prepared to pay an office visit fee for […]