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Feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD) is a general term encompassing various conditions affecting a cat’s bladder or urethra. FLUTD can cause discomfort and pain, and if left untreated, it could lead to serious health issues. What causes FLUTD? Several factors can contribute to FLUTD, and it’s often a multifactorial disease. Possible causes include: Feline…

Brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS) is a respiratory condition that commonly affects dogs with shortened muzzles or “flat faces,” like English bulldogs, French bulldogs, pugs, and shih tzus. The shortened skull bones in these breeds result in abnormalities in the upper respiratory system, leading to breathing difficulties. What causes BOAS? The underlying cause of BOAS…

Did your dog start limping? There is a big chance it has been caused by one of these 3 things: Cranial cruciate ligament rupture (CCLR) Patellar luxation Hip dysplasia Of course, this is not a rule, but these are the most common causes of lameness we see in dogs. Talk to your veterinarian about diagnosing…

Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy (TPLO) is a surgical procedure commonly used to treat cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) rupture—often called a “torn ACL” in dogs. The CCL is a key ligament in the knee (stifle) joint that stabilizes the joint and prevents the tibia (shin bone) from sliding forward in relation to the femur (thigh bone).…