One common orthopedic issue that all species of animals can develop is arthritis. Arthritis is the inflammation of one or more joints which can result in pain and stiffness over time. While several factors contribute to the development of arthritis, it is suspected that low grade chronic inflammation may play a large role.
Resolutions can be challenging to stick with at times, but the results are worth the effort! I’ve complied some resolutions you can add to your list for 2022 to help keep your pets happy and healthy.
If you are like me, you probably like to include your pets in these celebrations as well. After all, how can we not include them when we are preparing delicious food? This month we are going to review some foods you can offer your furry or feathered friends so they do not feel left out!
Constipation is defined as absent or infrequent defecation often associated with difficulty and discomfort. Clinical signs that accompany constipation include abdominal discomfort, discomfort or straining while defecating, vomiting, weight loss, and/or decreased appetite.
Typically, holistic veterinarians practice more of an “integrative” approach to veterinary medicine.
When it comes to dental disease, our pets are great at hiding signs of discomfort. Common signs of dental disease in our companion animals can include difficulty or abnormal chewing, drooling, or dropping of food when eating, bleeding along the gums, discolored teeth, reluctance to eat, tartar, or halitosis (i.e., bad breath).