Author: Liza Kahn, DVM As pet parents, we want to be familiar and comfortable with the medications used to treat our furry family members. As a vet, I can assure you that gabapentin is the right choice for many dogs and cats. With a wide safety margin, minimal side effects, and multiple different uses, it …
Puppies are so sweet and innocent with their cute little noses and playful paw swipes. It’s hard to imagine they could have intestinal worms! The truth is new puppies are often born with worms that they contract in utero. Since the health risks of parasites in puppies far outweigh the risk of deworming, veterinarians suggest …
As pet owners, we want our furry companions to be healthy and happy. However, dogs can experience a variety of health issues, including vomiting. Vomiting in dogs is a common occurrence and can be caused by several factors, including dietary indiscretion, gastrointestinal inflammation, intestinal blockage, and ingestion of toxins. Signs of nausea include excessive drooling, …
Written by Liza Cahn, DVM As most pet parents can attest, dogs have big hearts. These adorable fur balls add so much love to our families, and in return, we must provide them with proper care. But despite our best efforts, heart disease is common in dogs, affecting nearly eight million dogs in the United …
