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 …
Bromethalin Toxicity in Dogs and Cats
Rodenticides were once all anti-coagulant based. With the increased incidence of criminal use, and safety concerns for children and wildlife, most governments have been phasing out anti-coagulant formulas and turning to bromethalin-based poisons …
What to Dog if Your Dog Breaks or Tears a Nail
A bleeding or broken toenail is a very common injury in dogs. It often requires a visit to the vet, immediately if serious. Left untreated, a bleeding or broken toenail can result in blood loss, pain or infection, though it is rarely a …
Rat History and Care Recommendations
Background Information on Rats
Domesticated rats can be low-maintenance and entertaining pets. They are clean, friendly, playful, and quiet. Of all the “pocket pets”, they are considered uniquely responsive to their owners. Through selective …
Sulcata Tortoise Background and Care Recommendations
Natural History of Sulcata Tortoises
Sulcata tortoises are native to more northern parts of Africa, ranging from the southern edge of the Sahara down through the arid countries, including Senegal, Mauritania, Mali, Niger, Chad, the Sudan, and …
Rabbit Information and Care Recommendations
Background Information on Rabbits
Our pet rabbits are direct descendants of the wild European rabbits, which originally inhabited the area around Spain and Portugal. The scientific name Oryctolagus cuniculus means “hare-like digger” (an appropriate …
Leopard Gecko Information and Care Recommendations
Natural History of the Leopard Gecko
The leopard gecko, Eublepharis macularius, is native to south central Asia from southern Afghanistan, throughout Pakistan and northwestern India. In the wild they are nocturnal and hide under rocks or burrows …