Pet Wisdom
ACL injuries often occur in athletes, but due to the anatomy of your dog's leg, this injury is also very common in dogs. Today, we explain the symptoms of ACL injuries in dogs and the surgeries that can be performed to treat these common knee injuries.
Spaying and neutering come with many behavioral and medical benefits for dogs. Here, veterinarians explain when you should get your dog or puppy spayed or neutered, and how having them fixed is beneficial.
Having your dog spayed or neutered prevents unwanted litters, but can also help to curb undesirable behaviors and even reduce the risk of certain diseases. Here is everything you need to know about getting your dog fixed.
If your dog is suffering from a torn cranial cruciate ligament (CCL/ACL), surgery could help get your dog up and running again. Learn more about knee surgery options for your dog's torn CCL.
Batteries can be toxic to dogs, so if you think your dog has eaten a battery, call the vet right away for advice and to arrange emergency care.
Wondering about what spaying or neutering your dog actually entails, when you should get it done, what to expect from the recovery process and which risks are involved? Expert vets share some advice about what to expect when spaying or neutering your dog.
If your dog is about to undergo orthopedic surgery it's time to plan for its recovery period. Knowing how to care for your pooch after the procedure is essential since recovery from orthopedic surgery can be long and frustrating for dogs. Here, we provide tips on how to care for your dog after orthopedic surgery.
Within a dog's urinary system, the bladder is the most common area for cancer to strike. In today's post, our vets share some of the causes and symptoms of bladder cancer in dogs as well as the available treatments.
Cataracts are a relatively common eye condition in dogs that can result in blurred vision and eventual blindness, but surgery can help to restore sight in many cases. Today vets share more about cataract surgery for dogs, and what you can expect if your dog has cataract surgery.
The dog's cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) is frequently referred to as the dog's ACL or 'cruciate'. This connective tissue joins the upper and lower leg bones at the dog's knee and may become injured. Today, we explain what the three main types of ACL surgery for dogs are.
