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What is Progesterone?
Progesterone is a female hormone (common in most mammals), of which the production is unique during the estrous (heat) cycle of female dogs. The early rise of progesterone during estrus is from the luteinized follicles (A yellow mass of cells that forms from an ovarian follicle during the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle in mammals; it secretes steroid hormones. ) of the ovaries and can be used in breeding management.
Read MoreWhat is Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus (GDV)
Gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV) is an emergency condition involving abnormal, extensive gas distention and rotation of the stomach. Although the stomach is initially the primary organ involved in GDV, many other organs are quickly compromised if this condition is left untreated.
Read MoreArthritis & Osteoarthritis in Dogs
Arthritis & Osteoarthritis in Dogs – Hearing that your dog has arthritis or osteoarthritis can be devastating, because we know that it is a progressive, degenerative disease that worsens over time. By the majority of estimates, 20% of all dogs…
Read MoreMost Common Vet Visits: Vomiting, Diarrhea, Intestinal Upset
Your dog may vomit simply because they’ve eaten something too fast or because it just doesn’t agree with them. However, vomiting can also be an indicator for something far more serious: your dog may have swallowed something toxic…
Read MoreMost Common Vet Visits: Atopic or Allergic Dermatitis
Atopic dermatitis in dogs (allergic dermatitis, canine atopy) is a hypersensitivity or over-reaction to a variety of commonplace and otherwise harmless substances in the environment. These allergens include plant pollens, house dust mites, or mold spores. Most allergic dogs begin to show signs between one and three years of age.
Read MoreEar infections in Dogs
Ear infections are incredibly common in dogs. In fact, as many as 20 percent of dogs have some form of ear disease, at any time. However, most ear infections go undiagnosed or ignored, with the hope that it might heal on it’s own.
Read MoreWhy Spay / Neuter Your Pet?
There are a number of medical and behavioral benefits to spaying (female pets) and neutering (male pets) your animals. Here’s a list…
Read MoreHelp Us Help You
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Read MoreHow to Not to Be Fat
Things to consider when feeding your pet. It’s no secret that the United States has an obesity problem. Did you know that it also has a pet-obesity problem? When you look at pictures of people from the 1970s and earlier, you’ll notice that everyone is thin and happy. Today however, everyone has a few extra…
Read MoreWhat Is Leptospirosis | Lepto in Dogs
What is Leptospirosis? Leptospirosis is a (spiral shaped) bacteria that lives in standing water and warm, wet soil, predominantly transmitted to dogs and humans through infected urine. Most commonly, indirect transmission occurs through exposure of animals to water sources, soil, food or bedding that is contaminated. Leptospires can penetrate mucous membranes (gums, sinuses) and wet or broken skin. Your…
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