Dangers For Animals Riding With Their Head Out The Window
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by godaddy
3y ago
Last week, I was on the way to work when I saw this beautiful German Shepherd dog riding with his head out the window. Although the dog was having fun, there are many dangers associated with this activity. I have also seen many horse trailers with the windows open or folded back. Even though the airflow is cooling, I do not recommend it. Here is a list of potential injuries: First, dogs can jump out of the window and right into danger. Fractured bones, cruciate ligament ruptures, broken teeth and head trauma are just a few of the injuries I have seen from the impact of landing on the pavement ..read more
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Amandatine for Dogs and Cats
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by godaddy
3y ago
Amantadine is an antiviral drug that was used to treat influenza in humans. Because of its mode of action, it is also being used for much more including helping dogs and cats with neurologic disease as well as people with Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease.  Amantadine is a N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptor blocker. In the nervous system, aspartate or glutamate bind to the NMDA receptor in the spinal cord and brain. It’s thought that this action is important in not only maintaining but even exacerbating pain. Amantadine blocks the NMDA receptor which in turn, blocks pain. In dogs and ..read more
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Dr. Elaina Volpe Joins Arizona Skies Animal Hospital
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by godaddy
3y ago
Arizona Skies Animal Hospital is pleased to welcome Dr. Elaina Volpe! Elaina was born and raised in Delaware County, Pennsylvania. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in small animal science from Delaware Valley University. Prior to attending veterinary college, Elaina worked as a veterinary technician at an animal shelter in Pennsylvania. The shelter provided care for underserved populations and animals. This inspired her to become a veterinarian and continues to be a passion for her today! In 2016, Elaina made the big move across the country to attend Midwestern University in Ariz ..read more
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Hope for Humans with Cat Allergies
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by godaddy
4y ago
Cat allergies are a common problem in humans. The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America estimates 3 in 10 people in the United States are allergic to cats and dogs. Since there are no effective treatments, most patients are told to avoid contact with cats. That means removing the pet from their home. “About 11 percent of cats end up back in shelters because their owners are allergic,” states the ASPCA. That means about 374,000 cats lose their homes due to allergies. This number does not include the cats who are simply turned out on the street. Finally, a new treatment is on the horizon that ..read more
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West Nile Virus Found In Arizona Dog
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by godaddy
4y ago
2019 has been a big year for West Nile virus (WNV) in Arizona. There have been 300 mosquitoes that tested positive through August 27th. According to a press release from the Arizona Veterinary Medical Association, “There are currently 135 human WNV cases statewide (including 9 deaths) and 21 asymptomatic blood donors, the majority in Maricopa County. Approximately 60% of all human WNV cases nationally have been reported just from Arizona. One horse, one sentinel chicken flock, one grackle, and one dog have also tested positive for WNV in Arizona this year.” The dog was a 5 year old German Shep ..read more
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Risks of Blue-green Algae To Dogs
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by godaddy
4y ago
Blue-green algae has killed dogs throughout the United States and Canada this summer. The algae is actually a cyanobacteria which is extremely toxic to humans and dogs. Cyanobacteria contain chlorophyll which is why the bacteria looks like a plant and is confused with algae.  Blue-green algae outbreaks occur in the summer. The combination of stagnant water and warm temperatures create the perfect condition for the cyanobacteria to grow. Toxic blooms float on the water’s surface. They can be blue, brown or red as well as green. Unfortunately, clear water does not mean the water is safe. As the ..read more
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FDA Releases List of Brands of Dog Food Most Frequently Associated with DCM Heart Disease
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by godaddy
5y ago
As I have written before, many dogs and cats have developed life-threatening heart problems from eating grain-free diets. Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) is a serious heart condition in which the heart muscles deteriorate leaving a flabby, thin-walled heart. Heart muscle requires the amino acid taurine for good health. In the early 1990’s, many cats were diagnosed with DCM due to taurine deficient diets. Since dogs can manufacture taurine from two other amino acids, cystine and methionine, DCM caused by taurine deficiency was not seen back then. Instead, a genetic form was seen in the Doberman Pi ..read more
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Recall For Pig Ear Dog Treats Due To Salmonella
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by godaddy
5y ago
The Food and Drug Administration and The Centers For Disease Control and Prevention are investigating pig ear treats for dogs that may be contaminated with the bacteria Salmonella. The pig ears in question were made by Pet Supplies Plus and sold in bulk bins through their stores in 33 states. The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development found Salmonella in a bin of old pig ear treats.  So far, packaged pig ears are not included in the recall. Salmonella is a zoonotic bacteria that causes severe gastroenteritis. Infections occur from eating or handling materials infected with th ..read more
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Distemper Outbreak in Maricopa County East Animal Shelter
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by godaddy
5y ago
Tragically, Maricopa County Animal Care and Control has reported the deaths of 49 dogs since June 3, 2019 due an outbreak of distemper virus at the East Animal Shelter. The distemper virus, morbillivirus, is highly contagious between dogs. The dogs are infected by either inhaling the virus or coming into contact with secretions that contain the virus. Once inside the body, it spreads quickly to the lymph nodes where it replicates and then infects the respiratory, gastrointestinal, urogenital and neurologic systems. The disease starts with fever and lethargy about 3-6 days after infection. A sh ..read more
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Counterfeit Drugs for Dogs & Cats
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by godaddy
5y ago
Counterfeit drugs are becoming a serious problem in veterinary medicine. With all the online and big box pharmacies, how do you know if your pet’s drugs are safe and effective? According to the FDA, here are some of the signs of a rogue online pharmacy: The price is too good to be true. The pharmacy allows drug purchase without a prescription There pharmacy does not have a licensed pharmacist available for questions The pharmacy does not have a physical address in the United States or will ship worldwide. The offer was made through an unsolicited email. To combat this epidemic, the ..read more
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