PET CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION (CPR) – Feline

If your pet has a cardiac arrest, you can help save his or her life by performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). By distributing much-needed oxygen and blood throughout a pet’s body, CPR can help do the work that the lungs and heart have stopped doing. If you...

PERIODONTAL DISEASE IN CATS – Feline

More than 85% of cats over 4 years of age have periodontal disease. Periodontal disease is a progressive inflammation of the supporting structures around the teeth. Signs of periodontal disease include bad breath, redness or bleeding along the gum line, drooling,...

PEMPHIGUS – Feline

Pemphigus is a potentially fatal autoimmune disease of the skin. Skin cells are under attack by the dog or cat’s own immune system. Pemphigus can be treated with short- or long-term use of immunosuppressive medications. Disease resistance to treatment and side effects...

PATELLAR LUXATION – Feline

Patellar luxation occurs when the pet’s patella (kneecap) slips out of its normal position on the femur bone, causing pain, lameness, and instability in the knee. Severity of patellar luxation is graded on a scale of 1 to 4. Surgical correction may be recommended....

ORAVET’ DENTAL SEALANT – Feline

OraVet Dental Sealant is an invisible, polymer sealant that is applied to your pet’s teeth by your veterinarian after a dental cleaning. The sealant adheres to teeth to create an invisible physical barrier that helps prevent bacteria from accumulating on teeth. The...

OPHTHALMIC EXAM – Feline

An ophthalmic exam is a thorough examination of the pet’s eyes and the surrounding tissues. The exam may be performed by your veterinarian or by a veterinary ophthalmologist (an eye-care specialist). The exam is generally non-invasive and painless for your pet. The...