Are you wondering why a veterinarian is writing on the difference between green bananas and ripe bananas? Well, dogs and horses can and do eat bananas, which are rich in …
Green Bananas vs. Ripe Bananas for Dogs and Horses Read More »
Dr. Jean Dodds, who has advanced canine thyroid testing and research for over 25 years, provides answers to commonly asked questions. Hemopet’s Hemolife Diagnostics division provides comprehensive thyroid testing for …
FAQ re. Canine Thyroid: Medication, Kelp, Vegetables Read More »
For years the veterinary community has debated the effects of raw diets on laboratory blood and urine results. Unfortunately, the debate is ongoing and gives mixed messages to companion animal …
Raw Diets and Bloodwork Results: Should you be concerned? Read More »
Like most humans our pets can develop arthritis as they age. All joints can be affected; hips, shoulders, wrists and elbows. Our pets will begin to show signs of arthritis …
Reduce Inflammation, Improve Detoxification, and Promote Repair Read More »
The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) issued an alarming report in April 2018 about a superbug nicknamed “nightmare bacteria”, scientifically named Carbapenem-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae (CRE), that is resistant to …
Resistance and Residue: Antibiotics in Meat & Pets Read More »
With the Thanksgiving hustle and bustle just a few days away, I wish you a healthy and happy time with friends and family. The last thing you need is to …
Thanksgiving with Pets: What food to scramble for Read More »
Chimera. The word’s unusual origin stems from Greek mythology and refers to a fire-breathing she-monster that has a lion’s head, a goat’s body, and a serpent’s tail. Nowadays, scientists and …
The Numerous Scientific Applications of the Word Chimera Read More »
We have known that the American Cocker Spaniel is susceptible to the heritable accumulation of abnormal amounts of copper in the liver with resultant chronic liver failure. This disease has …
Dietary Modification to Reduce Copper Accumulation Read More »
Many grooming, boarding facilities and doggy daycares require your companion dog to have the Bordetella vaccine every six months or annually. This requirement may be due to laws (regional, local, …
Let’s step back a second and remind ourselves about the difference between Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). The symptoms can be similar and include – but …
