Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a relatively common disorder in cats and dogs, especially pervasive in geriatric felines. Although this renal disorder is non-curative and progresses over time, several therapeutic interventions can be initiated to slow your petโs disease progression and improve his or her lifespan and quality of life. The Meowing Vet provides pet … Continue reading Getting Real about Renal Failure: Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) in Cats & Dogs
Your dog is yelping in pain, and you notice that he is having trouble moving his back legs. Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD) is a "slipped disc" in the spinal column that can result in excruciating pain and possible paralysis due to compression of the spinal cord. Certain dog breeds are predisposed to this neurological ailment, … Continue reading Baby Got Back: Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD) in Dogs and Cats
The Meowing Vet discusses canine Hypoadrenocorticism, or Addison's Disease, an endocrine system disorder in which the body fails to produce adequate levels of vital hormones. Learn more about the potentially fatal consequences of untreated Addison's Disease in our article below... *Note: the terms "hypoadrenocorticism" and "Addison's Disease" shall be used interchangeably.* What Is Hypoadrenocorticism? (Pathophysiology) … Continue reading Addison’s Disease (Hypoadrenocorticism) in Dogs: When Low-Stress Becomes Stressful
The Meowing Vet provides dog owners with an in-depth educational resource on the complex endocrine disorder of canine Hyperadrenocorticism, or Cushing's Disease, a disorder in which the body produces an excessive amount of stress hormone. Learn more about the potential multi-organ complications of this "stressful" endocrine disorder below... *Note: the terms "hyperadrenocorticism" and "Cushing's Disease" … Continue reading Cushing’s Disease (Hyperadrenocorticism) in Dogs: The Potbelly Disease of Canines
April 20th has arrived, officially 420 Day in the marijuana advocacy community. Before lighting up at 4:20pm or indulging in a special brownie, read The Meowing Vet's article on the effects of marijuana and cannabis in pets. We'll address various viewpoints on cannabis, including how marijuana is toxic to dogs and cats as well as … Continue reading High Hounds?: The Effects of Marijuana & Cannabis in Dogs & Cats
If you're in the middle of spring cleaning your home, please take extra caution to keep your dogs and cats safe during the process. The Meowing Vet's safety checklist is a vital guide of the potential Top 20ย household pet hazards that all pet owners need to know, regardless of the time of year. Learn more … Continue reading There’s No Place Like Home: Household Pet Hazards
The Meowing Vet is joined by contributing guest writer I Love Veterinary to discuss Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus (GDV). Also commonly called "bloat", GDV is an emergency life-threatening twisting of the stomach that can occur in dogs, particularly large, deep-chested breeds such as Great Danes. Read I Love Veterinary's full article below... The Meowing Vet is grateful … Continue reading Don’t Get It Twisted: ‘I Love Veterinary’ Discusses Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus (GDV)
One of the most common causes of chronic coughing in toy and small breed dogs is collapsing trachea. The Meowing Vet discusses the typical clinical signs and treatments of this airway disorder and warns pet owners of its potential complications. Scroll down to learn more... What is a collapsing trachea? What causes it? Collapsing trachea, … Continue reading In a State of Collapse: Collapsing Trachea in Dogs