Naproxen, most commonly known by the names Midol® and Aleve®, is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain. Like other NSAIDs, it can be used therapeutically in dogs but overdoses …
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Interventional Cardiology
Certain heart problems can be addressed in a minimally invasive manner by accessing the heart and internal blood vessels through peripheral blood vessels in the neck or leg, rather than opening the chest. Fluoroscopy, which uses X-rays to create …
Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS) for Dogs and Cats
In the past several years, minimally invasive surgery (MIS) has become increasingly popular with veterinarians and their clients. As the human-animal bond continues to grow, dog and cat owners are increasingly aware of and concerned about pain …
Sugar Glider History and Care Recommendations
Background Information on Sugar Gliders
Sugar Gliders (Petaurus breviceps) are small, nocturnal marsupials native to Australia and New Guinea. Sugar gliders are affectionate and very intelligent, and can make an excellent pet for the right family. …
Uveitis in Dogs & Cats
The uvea is the major blood supply to the eye and is comprised of the iris, ciliary body, and choroid. These major structures of the eye are very sensitive and perform numerous functions required for ocular homeostasis and vision. Uveitis is …
Brachycephalic Syndrome in Dogs & Cats
What is Brachycephalic Syndrome?
Brachycephalics are animals that have very shortened and compressed muzzles and heads leading to difficulty in their ability to pass air through their breathing passages. It is a compilation of conditions that …
Interventional Radiology – A New Approach to Old Problems
Interventional Radiology (IR) has become the go-to therapeutic modality in recent years for a large array of clinical problems that historically required more invasive and debilitating surgical procedures. Successful IR requires the close …
Using Torsemide for Dogs & Cats with Congestive Heart Failure
Torsemide, a novel and more potent diuretic than furosemide, may improve management of advanced congestive heart failure in dogs and cats.
Torsemide is a novel diuretic that promotes renal excretion of sodium, chloride, and water by targeting the …
Subtle Indications of Pre-clinical Heart Disease in Cats
Veterinary Cardiology Tip
Cats give little indication of their heart disease – be suspicious of any potential cardiac abnormality, no matter how small, to catch pre-clinical heart disease.
Cats do not adhere to basics that are useful when evaluating …
How to Distinguish Between Congestive Heart Failure and Primary Respiratory Disease in Coughing Dogs
Cardiology Tip
Nuances of history and physical exam findings can help distinguish between congestive heart failure and primary respiratory disease in coughing dogs.
In practice, we often evaluate coughing dogs that are also found to have heart …