Q: Hi Dr. Leigh, my lab, Bailey, just turned 8 and she has an ACL tear. We learned from our veterinarian that it is probably due to ball retrieving so sadly we have had to put the chucker/ball away. I have a few questions…
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The recent outbreak of Canine Influenza Virus in the Southern United States has people asking a lot of questions. Here are 3 facts about Canine Influenza Virus and what you need to know if you are a dog parent!
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Our current dog, Bridie, a 3-year-old terrier-lab mix, is the perfect dog. She loves other dogs and gets to spend plenty of time playing and running in a pack on the weekends at our friend’s farm. She also spends time with one or more other dogs when she stays with the dog sitter while we are away. Her only fault is that she becomes extremely possessive when any of us (especially me) pays attention to another dog. She allows them in our car and in our home so long as we don’t try to pet them! We are moving and would like at least one more dog – one that is a little more territorial (for some security) – do you have any suggestions as to how we can make the transition easier on Bridie and the rest of the family?
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Heartworm disease is transmitted by mosquitoes and is a deadly but preventable disease. What else do you know?
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"There are 70 million nice dogs, but any dog can bite."
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Ever heard the statement, “Dogs have owners, cats have servants”? Anyone who has invited a feline friend into their family can vouch for how true that statement is. Cats are wonderful companions (on their terms, of course) and actually outrank dogs as the more popular pet. However, when it comes to veterinary care, the numbers drop dramatically - more dogs are seen regularly for check-ups than their feline counterparts. Why?
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My cat, Samson, is turning 11 years old this summer. Where does the time go? It seems like just yesterday he was a tiny flea infested kitten.
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We know Zika virus has a major impact in human health, but what about our animal friends? There is still a lot that is unknown about how Zika impacts our companion animals, but here are the facts:
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Having a dog (see separate blog post on cats) who is stressed at the veterinary clinic is not an easy situation for you or the veterinary staff. It breaks my heart when animals do not enjoy their visit with me, but more importantly it takes away from my ability to completely examine the animal, it creates more negativity in the animal’s mind, and it is a stressor for you! So, what can you do? How can you help your dog to have a positive experience?
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