Stairs versus Ramps... and don't forget to train for it!
Pet owners find it difficult to get their older or debilitated large-breed dogs in and out of vehicles. It’s a common concern for pet parents. Often as rehab professionals, we’re asked what we’d recommend in regards to ramps or stairs to help people help their dogs in and out of the vehicle, or up and down off of the couch or bed. So, here’s a quick listing of some options...
Post-Op CCL observations from the front line
There’s something I’ve noticed with post-op cruciate dogs. Regardless of the surgery type, if there has been a hiccup in their recovery (prolonged swelling, inadequate pain management, concurrent or late-stage meniscal tear, infection near the plate, broken screw, or so on), those dogs tend to have perpetual issues. What kind of issues? What I’ve noted time and again is that in cases of non-linear healing, those dogs will often have...
The Curious Case of “Frito Feet”
Have you ever smelled your pet’s feet? No, seriously – have you? It seems strange, but if you have ever been close enough to your dog’s paws, you may have noticed a strange, yet familiar odor. Corn chips! You’d be surprised that many owners come to us and ask why their pets’ paws smell like that corn snack (or other strange scents). Your team at The Whole Pet Vet Hospital...
CBD Oil For Pets: What You Need to Know
CBD oil is one of the most talked-about alternative therapies in recent years, and its rising popularity has reached the pet-care market. Pet owners are turning to CBD oil to help their companion animals with everything from arthritis to anxiety to seizures, and many other conditions. With so much information floating around online regarding CBD oil for pets, it can be difficult to know whether or not the supplement is...
Food for the Senior Dog: Eat Well Be Well
There are many things we can do to support dogs in their senior years to enable them to have lives as long, happy and healthy as they can. They rely on us to meet every single need for them and food for the senior dog is no exception. We know how important it is for us to have a good diet to maintain our health and it has become much...
Heat or Ice, Which is Best for an Older Dog
Knowing what is best for your older dog when it comes to treatment of their ailments and making them more comfortable can change as your dog gets older. If your dog is in pain or has an injury, the difference between using heat or ice can be the difference in the way they heal and the quality of their life. Benefits of heat: Heat is a great way to reduce...