by Stefanie Menjivar | Mar 13, 2021 | Uncategorized
Kennel cough or infectious tracheobronchitis in dogs is usually caused by a combination of Bordetella and viruses like canine distemper or canine influenza. These viruses weaken their immune systems and attack the cilia (microscopic eyelash-like filaments) lining...
by Stefanie Menjivar | Mar 13, 2021 | Uncategorized
As we celebrate K9 Veteran’s Day this weekend, we remember a famous Pibble who served dutifully and became a decorated hero! Stubby was a brindle-patterned terrier mix who became the official mascot of the 102nd Infantry Regiment. He served 18 months in 17...
by Stefanie Menjivar | Feb 21, 2021 | Uncategorized
Woe to those careless doggy owners who leave temptation – most famously socks – within easy gulping reach of their curious canine companions. Notorious for eating items they shouldn’t, dogs can cheerfully chew and swallow almost anything. So what do you do when your...
by Stefanie Menjivar | Feb 14, 2021 | Uncategorized
Named after noted American neurosurgeon, Harvey Cushing, Cushing’s disease occurs when your dog’s body makes too much of a natural steroid hormone called cortisol. This hormone helps him respond to stress, control his weight, fight infections and keep his blood...
by Stefanie Menjivar | Jan 30, 2021 | Uncategorized
Most dog owners readily admit to smiling at the silly sight of their dog chasing his tail. But when an occasional tail chasing episode becomes a habit or if it devolves into tail biting or chewing, what was once viewed as cute may, in fact, be worrisome. Consider...
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