Does My Dog Need a Leg Brace - What I Need to Know
There are many reasons why a dog might benefit from a leg brace. Some of the more common include: Wrist or ankle arthritis or pain (lameness, limping) Injury, sprain, or strain Deviation or deformity of the joint Protection against injury Support for the remaining limb after leg amputation varus (outward bowing), hyperextension, valgus (inward bowing) of the wrist Leg injuries or conditions that are mild or moderate can be effectively managed...
Foundation Training - Essential Basics for Conditioning (see PROMO CODE)
When building a home, most builders agree that a solid foundation is the most important component - without a solid base it's just a matter of time before the home's structure becomes damaged. The same is true when training your dog - without a proper foundation, dog's body is more prone to damage and injury. Here's a great self-guided, online course on this very subject (use PROMO CODE: VitalFoundations10) From the Ground Up: Foundation Essentials for...
Meet the VITAL VET Creator - Why VITAL VET... is Vital for Pets
Meet the creator behind Vital Vet and learn why Vital Vet is a vital resource for pet parents and professionals alike! Pulled from the interview with P.O.W.E.R. Magazine ... Ilaria, you created Vital Vet, LLC to help pet parents who have pets with injuries or special needs. Were you overwhelmed by the success of this venture? I knew there was a need because I too am a parent of a...
Using CBD Oil For Dogs with Cancer
Many of us are unfortunately all too well aware that cancer is a killer, but did you know it's the leading cause of death in dogs ages ten and older? From risks to costs to decisions we're never prepared to make, helping our dogs with cancer leaves many of us lost and confused. But we want you to know that experts believe about half of all cancers are curable. However,...
THE DOG'S KNEE-Treatment Options: Part 4 of 6 in a Series
PART 4 - TREATMENT OPTIONS There are both medical and surgical treatment options for patients suffering from cranial cruciate ligament rupture (CCLR). Medical management is sometimes considered to be more conservative than surgical treatment. It is important to understand, however, that medical management for CCLR in dogs can be very extensive and expensive. The choice to pursue surgical management may be influenced by factors such as patient size, the stage of...
THE DOG'S KNEE: Part 2 of 6 in a Series
ABOUT ACL AND CCL INJURIES - PART 2 The cranial cruciate ligament (CCL), equivalent to the anterior cruciate ligament, or ACL in people, is responsible for limiting hyperextension of the stifle (knee), limiting internal rotation of the tibia in relation to the femur, and to prevent forward sliding/drawer motion of the tibia in relation to the femur. Cranial cruciate ligament rupture (CCLR) is the most common cause of hind limb...
Veterinarians International - Helping Animals and Healing Our Planet
Vital Vet is excited and humbled to be partnering with Veterinarians International, a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide veterinary care and education to improve the well-being of animals and their communities. Veterinarians International (VI) is a global network of veterinarians, animal welfare specialists, and researchers who partner with local communities to improve the care and conservation of animals in need, both wild and domestic. On April 19, 2021, the VI team learned that a...
Help for Hip Pressure Sores: VITAL VET REVIEW
Last week, Vital Vet's Product Wizard received this inquiry "My dog has DM (degenerative myelopathy) and now has a sore on his hip bone from lying on it too much. Is there a product that can protect that area?". Here's what the Product Wizard had to say. A pressure sore (also known as a decubitus ulcer) can happen when dogs spend too much time lying on a hard surface. These sores are typically seen over bony areas like elbows,...