What You Need to Know About Osteoarthritis

What You Need to Know About Osteoarthritis

As your dog gets older, you might easily write off a lack of movement or energy to the slowing down that affects us all. Yet it’s often due to arthritis. Vets estimate that four dogs in five will show some signs of arthritis after the age of 8, and a quarter of the...
Your French Bulldog’s Snoring Is Awfully Cute – Or Is It BAS?

Your French Bulldog’s Snoring Is Awfully Cute – Or Is It BAS?

To paraphrase Spider-Man, with great popularity comes great responsibility. Now that French bulldogs are the most popular canines in the United States, owners need to understand their special health issues. Brachycephalic airway syndrome (BAS) can be an especially...
What To Expect with Anesthesia and Surgery

What To Expect with Anesthesia and Surgery

When your veterinarian recommends anesthesia and surgery for your cat or dog, you’re more likely to be more nervous about the procedure than your pet. This guide to the process will answer general questions about the what to expect, and vets at CARE can answer more...
Limb Amputations for Dogs and Cats Are Less Scary Than They Seem

Limb Amputations for Dogs and Cats Are Less Scary Than They Seem

Hearing that your dog or cat needs a limb amputated seems frightening at first. How can pets cope with spending the rest of their days on three legs? Yet animals adjust surprisingly quickly to what veterinarians call “the tripod life” after limb amputations. You can...
Minimally Invasive Surgical Techniques

Minimally Invasive Surgical Techniques

While performing a minimally invasive surgical technique, a surgeon is able to effectively repair the damaged area precisely and efficiently, while causing little disruption to the associated tissues. Veterinary surgeons primarily perform endo-surgical techniques...