MICROCHIPPING YOUR PET – Canine

Many lost pets are never returned to their owners because they do not have any form of identification. Microchips are a way of permanently identifying your pet. Microchips must be registered with a microchip company to reunite you with your pet. Microchipping is a...

MEDICATION MONITORING – Canine

Medication monitoring can help ensure that your pet is not experiencing unwanted side effects from a medication. It can also tell your veterinarian whether the medication may need to be adjusted. All medications have potential side effects. If you are giving your pet...

MEDICAL CAUSES OF WEIGHT LOSS – Canine

A variety of medical conditions can cause weight loss. Weight loss is not a disease—it is a sign of an illness. Therefore, the treatment for weight loss depends on the underlying cause. Regular physical examinations, routine wellness screening tests, and periodically...

MALASSEZIA DERMATITIS – Canine

Malassezia dermatitis is a yeast infection of the skin. It varies in severity from a mild itch to severe skin changes (in its most severe form, the skin thickens to resemble an elephant’s skin). It is usually secondary to a problem such as allergies or hormonal...

MACADAMIA NUT TOXICOSIS – Canine

Macadamia nuts are a common ingredient in cookies and candies. In dogs, eating macadamia nuts is associated with illness. Once eaten, toxic effects can occur within 12 hours. It is best to avoid giving human food to your pet unless advised to do so by your...