JOINT ARTHROSCOPY – Canine

Joint arthroscopy is a diagnostic and/or therapeutic technique that allows the veterinarian to look inside your pet’s joints through a very small skin incision. A pet’s joints can be examined for signs of degeneration or trauma. In some cases therapeutic procedures...

INTERVERTEBRAL DISK DISEASE – Canine

Intervertebral disk disease (IVDD) occurs when a disk between the vertebrae (bones of the spine) ruptures and pushes against the spinal cord. While IVDD can happen in cats, it’s more common in dogs, especially breeds such as dachshunds, basset hounds, and Welsh...

INJECTION OF ADEQUAN CANINE – Canine

Adequan® Canine, which is referred to as Adequan, is a medication manufactured by Novartis Animal Health. Adequan slows cartilage destruction and promotes cartilage repair in dogs. Adequan improves the texture of joint fluid, contributing to increased joint comfort...

INJECTABLE MEDICATION – canine

Some medications can only be administered by injection and must be given by a trained veterinary professional. Your veterinary care team will be glad to address any questions or concerns you may have about the injectable medication your pet is receiving. If your pet...

IMMUNE-MEDIATED THROMBOCYTOPENIA – Canine

Immune-mediated thrombocytopenia (IMT) is a condition in which the body’s immune system attacks and destroys blood platelets. IMT can be a primary condition, or it can be caused by another illness (including cancer, certain tick-transmitted diseases, and some viral...

IMMUNE-MEDIATED HEMOLYTIC ANEMIA – Canine

Immune-mediated hemolytic anemia (IMHA) is a condition in which the body’s immune system attacks and destroys red blood cells. IMHA can be a primary condition, or it can be caused by another illness or event (including cancer, certain tick-transmitted diseases, or...