I would like to introduce you to Chloe, a 12 year old Pomeranian with the spirit of a true fighter. When we met Chloe, she was an ICU patient at MedVet Cleveland West with a severe collapsing trachea. She was unable to breath without supplemental...
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It may surprise you that dogs, like humans, can suffer from seasonal allergies. Pollens from trees, grass, and weeds can be especially problematic. Dogs can develop allergies at any age, with some breeds being more prone than others....
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If you are like me, you actively dread wintertime! But just like death and taxes, there's no getting around it. My dog, on the other hand, can't wait to roll around in the snow! With a little preparation and common sense, the winter season can...
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It may come as no surprise that obesity in dogs and cats in the U.S. is on the rise. According to Association for the Prevention of Pet Obesity, 58% of cats and 53% of dogs are either overweight or obese. Like with humans, there can be...
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With all of the talk in the news about the FDA's report on the potential link between certain diets and canine heart disease, it seems pet owners are more confused than ever about a subject that was already confusing to begin with. There is so...
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No one knows exactly why some dogs develop separation anxiety and some don't. It is estimated that nearly 14% of dogs suffer from separation anxiety which is an inability of the pet to find comfort when separated from family members. Dogs with this condition tend to become...
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One of the single most important things that pet owners can do to help ensure the long term health of their pets is to feed them high quality food. Like with humans, proper nutrition has a direct effect on both the quantity and quality of...
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The one thing that all pet owners wish is that their pets could talk and tell them what is wrong when they are not feeling well. Cats, like dogs, do show behavioral signs that can indicate that they may be in pain, below are some of the most...
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Many of our clients are pet parents with dogs who are unable to walk or have very limited ability to move. Having a dog that is experiencing sudden or gradual paralysis or lameness is distressing for any pet owner. It is extremely important that you...
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I would bet that this is one of the most asked questions in all of veterinary medicine. The fact of the matter is no one knows for sure why dogs eat grass, but there are a number of prevailing theories. The good news is most...
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