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
Obesity is not only a growing problem in people, but our dogs and cats are also at risk of expanding waistlines. We love to love our pets through food. Consequentially, pet obesity statistics are on the rise as are veterinary health problems secondary to carrying around excessive body weight. The Meowing Vet explains the health … Continue reading When Your Pet Has a Muffin Top: Fighting Pet Obesity in Dogs and Cats