Behind the Scenes
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Pit Bull-Type Dogs
Are you thinking about adding a pit bull to your family? Owning a pit bull can be a very rewarding experience. From their eager-to-please demeanor to their loyal and affectionate natures, pit bulls capture the hearts of dog owners around the world.
Lyme disease in dogs
Learn about Lyme disease and what tick season means for your dog.
Roundworm in Dogs
What can grow to be 7 inches long, lay up to 200,000 eggs per day, and live in your pet’s intestines?
What's Up With My Dog's Tail?
Overview
A tail between the legs doesn’t always mean a dog has hurt feelings. If you notice that your dog’s tail is unusually limp or flaccid, he or she might have a condition known as limber tail.
Corneal Ulceration in Cats
Overview and Risks
Has your feline friend had irritated eyes lately? It could be a corneal ulcer. The clear surface of the eye is called the cornea, and because it is the outermost layer of the eye, it is more prone to injury than the rest of the eye. Injuries to the cornea have many causes:
Pet Seizures
What is a seizure?
Watching your dog or cat experience a seizure can be a scary thing, and for good reason: seizures are usually accompanied by convulsions and wild thrashing, yelps and cries, and sometimes excessive drooling, urination, and pooping.
Corneal Ulceration in Dogs
Overview and Risks
Has your pooch had irritated eyes lately? The cause could corneal ulceration. The clear surface of the eye is called the cornea, and because it is the outermost layer of the eye, it is more prone to injury than the rest of the eye. Injuries to the cornea have many causes:
Myiasis (Maggots) in Pets
Overview
Myiasis is a fancy medical term for a really gross condition: an infestation of maggots. Flies reproduce by laying eggs, which hatch and release maggots. Pets, especially those confined outside or who are weak and debilitated, are particularly susceptible. Any type of draining wound or moist coat soaked with feces or urine can become the perfect spot for flies to lay their eggs. When the eggs hatch, maggots will begin to feast on any dead or dying tissue. Sometimes they will even begin to eat the healthy tissue.
Acetaminophen Toxicity in Dogs and Cats
Overview and Risk
When your pet is in obvious discomfort, it can be tempting to give him or her a pain reliever like Tylenol®. However, although it works when you yourself are in pain, it can be fatal to your pet.