Why should a dog need heart medication, like Vetmedin? Vetmedin, also referred to as pimobendan, is a common veterinary medicine prescribed to treat dogs with congestive heart failure. Heart disease can result in a weak circulatory system, and Vetmedin strengthens the heart muscle so that it can support the circulatory system. Furthermore, pimobendan decreases blood…
Dogs are exceptionally curious animals, and they learn about their environment by checking out everything. Chocolate is a fun treat for us, and we probably have some form of it somewhere around the kitchen at any given moment. What can happen, if one day, your dog gets into that chocolate? Do dogs die from eating…
Raisins are dried fruits derived from the dehydration of grapes. They make great snacks on their own and form a major or minor part of many delicacies across different cultures. They have been reported to contain nutrients that can help prevent anemia, relieve constipation, and protect against cancer and cardiovascular diseases in humans. Wouldn’t it…
This article describes six cases of dogs developing acute signs after ingestion of cream of tartar, tamarind pods or paste. These cases represent five households with high certainty of exposure and no evidence of other nephrotoxins or potential causes for signs. Case 1: A 5-year-old, 28kg, healthy, MN mixed breed dog that ingested four cups…
As the leftover Halloween candy dwindles (which, let’s face it, we all purchase extra for this reason), it is time to transition to planning for the rapidly approaching holidays! The end of the year is a time often spent with our friends and family. Of course, these gatherings would not be complete without our furry…
