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It’s estimated that about 17 million dogs in the United States are overweight or obese, and those numbers are increasing. Obesity is more than just a problem with your dog’s appearance. Obesity is a medical problem that can have serious health consequences.
Parvovirus should be suspected whenever puppies are presented with lethargy, vomiting, &/or loose stools especially if there is blood in the stool (a hemorrhagic enteritis). Puppies 6 to 16 weeks of age are the most susceptible. This is due to the fact that puppies younger than this are usually protected by maternal antibodies they received in the mother’s milk (colostrum).
In recent years, the incidence of Proventricular Dilatation Disease has been increasing at an alarming rate. Originally termed Macaw Wasting Disease, PDD has been identified in many species of psittacine birds, most commonly in African Greys, Cockatoos, Eclectus, and Macaws.
Psittacine Beak and Feather Disease is caused by a virus (Psittacine Circovirus) and in many ways is the avian equivalent of the human AIDS virus. Birds suffering from this disease can show abnormal feather growth (known as feather dystrophy) and have necrosis of the beak - hence the name. The virus is capable of suppressing the bird’s immune system to the point that they become debilitated and susceptible to secondary infections that ultimately kill the bird. This is truly a devastating disease and is highly contagious.
Just like you and I, the bird’s environment and its social interactions with others are keys to normal development. Getting this right is difficult, especially since we are not birds and most of us make lousy bird parents. Keep in mind that most behavior problems occur due to errors or omissions in the bird’s social development. What follows are some key steps in the process.
In this article we discuss the tests that should be considered in a variety of different cases, or what we refer to as a sick bird decision tree.
Anesthesia and surgery is a more exact science than you might expect. The safety of general anesthesia is dependent upon the anesthetic agent, the equipment used, the methods of patient monitoring, patient status, and the expertise of the people involved. In fact, the safety of general anesthesia is dramatically improved by giving adequate attention to each of these areas.
Frequently asked questions about anesthesia and surgery are answered by Dr Paul.
After a thorough examination, the teeth are scaled using specialized hand instruments and an ultrasonic scaler. All plaque and tartar is removed and every tooth in the mouth is carefully cleaned. The teeth, gums, and the periodontal tissues are then examined by the doctor to be sure they are healthy, with special attention paid to areas below the gum line.
All plaque and tartar is removed and every tooth in the mouth is carefully cleaned. The teeth, gums, and the periodontal tissues are then examined by the doctor to be sure they are healthy, with special attention paid to areas below the gum line.
Heartworms are a leading cause of lung and heart disease in dogs and dogs are dying of this disease every day. Heartworm disease is caused by the parasite, Dirofilaria immitis. It is transmitted by mosquitoes and has been found in every state in the US.
On February 27, 2003 the Texas State Board of Health changed the annual requirement for Rabies vaccination for dogs and cats to once every three years. This means the law has changed, but the recommendations for the health and well being of your pet have not.
Vaccinations have been one of the greatest medical achievements for protecting the health of our pets. Without them, we would loose countless numbers of our beloved pets to diseases such as Canine Distemper, Canine Infectious Hepatitis, Canine Parainfluenza, Canine Parvovirus, Feline Rhinotracheitis, Feline Panleukopenia, Feline Calicivirus, Feline Leukemia virus, and Rabies virus.
Many owners say that they will never leave their dog in boarding kennels. However, situations may occur in which you are unable to take your dog with you.
When we have a pet that is sick, we want them to receive the best care possible. We want our pet to have access to the same kind of care we have. Unfortunately it is sometimes necessary to compromise our pet’s medical care because of the expense involved.
Birds, birds, birds …… Our fine feathered friends can make wonderful pets, but how can we provide for all of their needs so they are well adjusted, happy members of our own families? We cannot ignore that pet birds today are only a few generations removed from their wild ancestors unlike dogs that have been domesticated for thousands of years. Almost everything we do to keep them as pets is contrary to how they are built, both physically and mentally.
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