Entropion
Entropion is the inward rolling of all or part of the eyelid and can affect anywhere from one to all four of the eyelids.
Cherry eye
“Cherry eye” is a common term for a prolapsed gland of the third eyelid.
Feline iris melanosis
Iris melanosis in cats is generally a benign change that should be monitored closely.
Caring for your blind dog
Your dog has been diagnosed with an eye disease leading to blindness or severely limited vision, but their remaining senses can help them adapt to their surroundings.
Euthanasia considerations
The pain of saying goodbye to our pets is heartbreaking and although no amount of preparation will eliminate that pain, there are some considerations that may help you feel more in control of the situation.
Horner’s syndrome
Horner’s syndrome in dogs is a non-painful condition where the flight-fight innervation to the eye (sympathetic innervation) is interrupted.
Feline corneal sequestrum
A corneal sequestrum in a cat is a focal region of stromal pigmentation and necrosis (dead cells).
Colic in horses
Information for horse owners about identifying, treating, and preventing equine colic, the leading cause of premature death in horses.
Pain medications for arthritis
Pain due to arthritis or after surgery can be treated with multiple drugs. Each drug class treats the pain in different ways and may have possible side effects associated with therapy.
Canine cruciate ligament injury
Rupture of the CCL is one of the most common reasons for hind limb lameness, pain, and subsequent arthritis.
Arthritis management and prevention
About osteoarthritis Overview Osteoarthritis can affect dogs and cats – as well as all other pets – of all ages and sizes/breeds. Other terms used for osteoarthritis are simply “arthritis” or “degenerative joint disease.” Similarly to people, osteoarthritis in dogs and cats can be very painful and severely limit your pet’s quality of life. Common […]
Animals and anesthesia
Learn what to expect when your pet is undergoing anesthesia or sedation for a procedure.
Equine recommended deworming schedule
All egg count thresholds given here are guideline and based on the range of counts typically generated by the McMaster technique. Adult horse schedule Low shedders (<200 eggs per gram of manure [EPG]) Moderate shedders (200-500 EPG) High shedders (>500 EPG) In general: Check treatment efficacy with fecal egg counts. The treatment recommendations made here […]
Canine fish oil dosing chart
The maximum daily dosage of fish oil for animals with osteoarthritis (310 mg/kg0.75 of EPA/DHA per day), intended for use by veterinarians.
Equine dental care
Proper care of a horse’s teeth is important for proper digestion of feed. This is critical to maintaining healthy body condition, as well as to reduce the risk of choke and colic.