Alcohol Poisoning

Becky Lundgren, DVM Date Published: 07/04/2005 Date Reviewed/Revised: 02/18/2020   Dogs and cats can get more than just drunk when they drink ethanol, isopropanol, or methanol — they can get a trip to the emergency room. Pets can die from ingesting alcohol....

Aural Hematoma in Dogs and Cats

Wendy Brooks, DVM, DABVP Date Published: 01/01/2001 Date Reviewed/Revised: 05/28/2021 Why is an Aural Hematoma a Problem? A hematoma is swelling created by a broken blood vessel after bleeding has occurred inside a tissue. Hematomas in the earflaps (aural hematomas)...

Anal Glands and Anal Gland Abscess in Dogs and Cats

Shalini Radhakrishnan, Veterinary Student Class of 2023 Date Published: 08/06/2020 What are anal glands? Anal glands are two sac-like structures that release an unmistakable, foul-smelling fluid. It’s really unfortunate when veterinarians get that fluid on their...

Assessing Quality of Life & Euthanasia in Companion Animals

Wendy Brooks, DVM, DABVP Date Published: 08/25/2003 Date Reviewed/Revised: 12/05/2021 The euthanasia decision for a beloved pet may be one of the most difficult choices you must face during your entire lifetime. It is hard to make a life-ending determination like this...

Alternative Diets for Dogs and Cats

Savanna Bruce, Veterinary Student Class of 2024 Date Published: 07/27/2021 You’ve spoken with your veterinarian and are thinking about personally making your pet’s meals. There are about as many diet options for your pet as there are for you, so which one is best?...

Air Travel with Your Pets

Wendy Brooks, DVM, DABVP Date Published: 11/25/2002 Date Reviewed/Revised: 01/26/2021 Summer and holiday seasons turn into USDA health certificate seasons at animal hospitals nationwide. If you are planning air travel with your pet, here are some things you need to...