ANNOUNCEMENTS
FDA Releases the Latest Report of their Investigation into Potential Link Between Grain-Free Diets and Canine Dilated Cardiomyopathy
In July 2018, the FDA announced that it had begun investigating reports of canine dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in dogs eating certain pet foods, many labeled as “grain-free,” which contained a high proportion of peas, lentils, other legume seeds (pulses), and/or potatoes in various forms (whole, flour, protein, etc.) as main ingredients (listed within the first 10 ingredients […]
Cushing’s Disease in Dogs
Cushing’s disease, also called hyperadrenocorticism, is an endocrine system disorder seen commonly in dogs and rarely in cats. Hyperadrenocorticism occurs when the body produces too much cortisol, an essential hormone produced by the adrenal glands in times of stress, even after the stressor, such as pain or infection, has gone. What causes Cushing’s disease in […]
Springtime Pet Allergies
Written by Jodie Snyder, Author/Blogger of Happy Dog Phoenix This spring, we are seeing many wonderful wildflower displays but unfortunately this bonanza of blossoms is causing many of our dogs to suffer from springtime allergies. Dr. Mitchell Song, DVM, DACVD, a dermatology specialist at VetMED in Phoenix, has been treating many canine allergy sufferers this […]