Luxating Patellas: Pathology and Treatment Options
Patellar luxation (PL) is one of the most common hindlimb orthopedic pathologies seen in dogs and has been diagnosed in many other mammalian species as well. PL is the displacement of the patella out of the distal femoral patellar surface, or trochlea. The patella can displace, or luxate, medially or laterally. Patients with PL can present with varying degrees of lameness, ranging from asymptomatic to non–weightbearing on an affected limb....
The Potential Side Effects Of CBD For Dogs & Cats
What Is CBD For Dogs and Cats? CBD - short for cannabidiol - is one of the active compounds found in the cannabis plant. Not to be confused with THC (the compound in cannabis that gives it its infamous psychoactive effects), CBD has become increasingly popular over the years due to advancements in research showing its numerous benefits. CBD can be harvested from hemp plants and concentrated into an organic...
Equine Rehabilitation and Therapy
WHAT IS EQUINE REHABILITATION? (excerpt - full article, see link) Equine Rehabilitation is a term often used to encompass retraining but it is actually the application of physical therapy treatments to help the body heal with the aim of improving or restoring correct and optimal physical function. It is about restoring muscular, tendon and ligament strength, joint and tissue mobility and function, balance and co-ordination. More often than not ,there are additional...
Electrostimulation Helps Increase Muscle & Decrease Pain
WHAT IS ELECTROSTIMULATION FOR PETS? Electrostimulation is using an electrical impulse to a nerve within a muscle to help decrease pain, increase muscle strength, or both. Hang on a minute…..I’m picturing Frankenstein stuff….. When delivered appropriately and with proper training, electrostimulation should be ONLY a positive experience, particularly in our pets who can’t understand why we would do something painful even if it was helpful. Stimulation devices all have multiple...
Know-How for Dog Fitness: Understanding Weight Distribution is the Key
If you are already doing fitness exercises, or are interested in starting them with your dog, you need to understand the dog’s neutral position, weight distribution, and what is happening during specific actions, activities or sports performances - how and why something as simple as the direction your dog is looking in can affect your dog’s body, AND how to use this to your advantage when doing fitness! I find people...
Human Food for Fido: Can Dogs Eat Fruit?
It’s no secret that dogs love human food. And, as long as you don’t mind a little begging, it is okay to slip them the occasional treat. But, if you have a tendency to share your food with fido, it is a good idea to make sure what you are giving them is actually safe. Dogs’ systems are very different from the human system, which means some foods that we...
How to Treat a Dog Paw Pad Injury
PAW INJURIES, CRACKED PADS, PAW LICKING, BOOTS & SOCKS (click here) ----------------------------------------- How to Treat a Dog Paw Pad Injury Your dog’s paw pads are an essential part of his overall health and wellbeing. They protect the bottom of your dog’s foot from rocks and debris. Although a dog’s paw pads are pretty tough, dog paw pad injuries are quite common. They can be caused by a variety of things, including sharp objects, hot...
How to Care for a Senior Dog
Pets are a wonderful and valued addition to families all across the country. For many, their dogs are more like family members than pets, which means they are members of the family for their entire lives. This means at some point in time, you will need to know what to do to take care of your canine companion as they reach their senior years. Older dogs have unique needs compared...