July's column is nonseasonal, but close to my heart as a practicing vet: obesity. Statistical reports of companion animal obesity vary from 25 to 50 percent.
August always feels like the hottest month to me here in Durham. Therefore, I dedicate this column to heatstroke, hoping that together we can save lives.
"In the spring a veterinarian's fancy lightly turns to thoughts of... parasites."
I can't tell you what a relief it is to my pets and me that spring is finally here! In North Carolina, April means lovely warm, sunny days and longer evenings to enjoy the out-of-doors.
This column we will discuss one of the most frequent problems presented to me, a situation that plagues my clients, my friends, and even myself! Inappropriate urination is the number one feline behavior "problem" reported to vets, and also the primary reason cats are released to animal shelters.
Is your young dog not as playful as she should be? Is your older guy slowing down? Maybe your cat is having trouble jumping onto the bed. It's possible your pet is suffering from degenerative joint disease. Also called osteoarthritis, DJD is a broad term describing chronic joint changes resulting from mechanical or biochemical abnormalities within the joint. DJD consists of chemical and physical abnormalities in the joint fluid, bone and cartilage, and may also cause changes in other associated tissues.
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July's column is nonseasonal, but close to my heart as a practicing vet: obesity. Statistical reports of companion animal obesity vary from 25 to 50 percent.
