As any sports fan knows all too well, ACL tears are a common injury among our favourite athletes. What you might not know, is that while there is no ACL in dogs, the CCL (cranial cruciate ligament) is essentially the same thing--with some key differences that make torn ACL style injuries even more common in dogs than they are in people! Today our Tracy vets tackle the subject of ACL surgery for dogs.
After your dog has had surgery, you can play a pivotal role in helping them to fully recover. Attentive, diligent post-op care is essential to help them return to their daily routine as soon as possible. Today, our Tracy vets share some tips for how to care for your dog after surgery - and specifically how to handle it if they are coughing, shaking, or not eating.
IVDD (intervertebral disc disease) is one of the most commonly seen neurologic disorders in dogs. In its path, IVDD leaves terror and heartbreak for afflicted dogs and their owners; generally, treatment is required early to combat IVDD, so in today's article our Tracy vets discuss IVDD surgery and its costs, as well as non-surgical treatment options.
After surgery, it is important to give special attention to your cat's care in order to avoid re-aggravating the injury. Today our Tracy vets discuss strategies to care for a cat recovering from surgery, what to do for a cat not eating after surgery, and how to stop a cat from jumping after surgery.
Your vet uses diagnostic imaging to view the internal structures of your dog, which allows them to have a more accurate picture of your pooch's overall health. Today, our Tracy vets tell you more about diagnostic imaging for your canine companion.
If spotted early, cat hernia surgery generally absolves cats of any serious complications from a hernia they are suffering from. Today our Tracy vets answer pertinent questions, like how much cat hernia surgery costs, cat hernia surgery recovery times, and what a hernia even is.
Birds can make for some of the most gentle, friendly, and long-lived pets you can invite into your home. There can be a dizzying array of different types of pet birds for new bird owners to consider, our Tracy vets give their recommendations for 10 of the BEST companion birds to brighten up your home.
You might not think that your indoor cat is susceptible to feline-specific diseases but out Tracy vets are here to tell you why it's just as important to get your indoor cat vaccinated.
If a mosquito becomes infected by heartworm then bites your dog, the parasite can be transmitted and live in your dog's lungs, heart and blood vessels. Our vets in Tracy explain how heartworm in dogs is prevented and treated.
Dog breeding can be a very rewarding experience however, there are many things you have to consider for success. That's why our canine reproductive vets in Tracy are sharing tips on successful dog breeding, breeding consultations, and the procedures involved.
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