The cranial cruciate ligament, CCL, in dogs is the major stabilizing ligament of knee; just as the anterior cruciate ligament, ACL, is the major stabilizing ligament of the human knee. Tear of the CCL is the most common cause of chronic hind limb lameness in medium, large and giant breed…
When dog owners observe chronic hind leg lameness, the common assumption they make is that it is probably because of a hip issue. This is likely because of the notoriety of hip dysplasia, an inherited malformation of the hips that can lead to chronic hind limb lameness and degenerative joint…
February is National Pet Dental Health Month and once again I am waging my yearly awareness campaign to help pet owners grasp and understand the significance of dental health as an integral component to the overall health of pets. Most of us engage in regular dental check ups and cleanings. …
As a veterinary practitioner, I have seen a steady rise in the incidence of cancer in dogs and cats over my years of practice. Thus, it has never been more important to raise awareness about the rising trend of cancer in pets, and what better time to do it than…