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Acupuncture can be used by itself or in conjunction with Western medicine to treat a variety of medical problems. Its main indication is for functional problems such as paralysis, noninfectious inflammation and pain.
As a service to referring veterinarians, The Animal Medical Center is passing on these helpful tips to share with your clients during the hot months ahead.
CHD is a laxity of the hip joint that occurs most commonly in rapidly growing, large breed dogs but also may occur in small breeds.
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative condition affecting the cartilage, bone, and surrounding soft tissues of a joint.
Like many animals, cats are masters at hiding signs of illness, so as they age it’s imperative that pet owners know how to recognize illness in their cats and work with their veterinarians to ensure a high quality of care and a high quality of life.
ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament or Cranial Cruciate Ligament-CrCL) injuries are the most common orthopedic injuries in dogs.
Sometimes referred to as feline AIDS, Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (F.I.V.) was first discovered in cats in 1986 and today affects approximately 1 percent to 3 percent of cats in the United States.
The most common dental disorder in domestic cats is a decay of the teeth called Feline Odontoclastic Resorptive Lesions (FORLS).
Are Heartworms Resistant to Preventive Medications?
For many dogs, spring means a trip to the veterinarian’s office for a heartworm test and renewal of a prescription for heartworm prevention.
The most common disease in dogs is periodontal disease. It affects 85% of dogs over 5 years old and occurs in cats as well.
Find out why good exercise and proper hydration is so important to the health of your pet.
Ensuring a safe blood supply is an essential component of providing an effective transfusion. A recent publication in JAVMA co-authored by Dr. Ann Hohenhaus of AMC’s Jaqua Transfusion Medicine Service highlights potential infectious diseases transmitted by blood transfusion in the cat.
Why is veterinary dental care so costly? Plus tips for the pet owner.
Many of our fluffy, furry cats, like humans, are gaining a lot of extra pounds these days. And housecats are more of a challenge than dogs in that it's not as easy to exercise with them. But just like with us, it's important that we help them keep their weight under control and put them on a diet if possible.