Sammy & Snickers

Sammy & Snickers, Where The Tales Begin

Allow us to introduce ourselves, we are Sammy and Snickers, two members of the Cole household and the best looking by far. We are here to tell you some stories our mom has been sharing with us about some of her patients. Now we will do…
TMJ In Dogs
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TMJ Disorders & What To Do About Them!

The temporomandibular joint is one of the most unique joints in both man and animal. It is a hinge joint that experiences different sets of movement depending on the species. For example, canines have a TMJ that can move side to side, …
The Science Behind Seizures
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The Science Behind Seizures

A seizure can be a very scary thing. For the most part, it’s a disorder surrounded by several unknowns. Diagnosing a seizure disorder is usually a process of elimination rather than a definitive diagnosis. Through a battery of tests, …
Rotating Your Pet's Food
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Rotating Your Pet's Food, The Why Behind It & How To Do It!

Ever wondered if your animal is sick and tired of the same thing everyday? Whether that means kibble every meal or raw chicken, the same food can definitely get a little boring, not only to the tastebuds but also to the body. Imagine if…
Cat Digestive System
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Supporting Your Pet's Digestion...What Can You Do?

Our very own Vikki from The Pet Beastro shares some insight regarding what we can do as pet owners to help support digestion. Whether it's changing foods or just adding in a few supplements, the options seem endless. Take a moment to see…
Hip Dysplasia
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Goat's Milk & It's Many Advantages

Ever seen an older cartoon with a cat lapping up milk? I often wonder if that was a bowl of goat's milk now that all of my animals are hooked. Raw goat's milk has an amazing amount of nutrients and can satisfy more daily requirements than even…
Animal Limping
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All Limps Are Not Made Equal

A limp can have more meaning than one might fathom. Ranging from a simple muscle spasm to cancer, a limp is something that should not be taken lightly. At one point or another, most animals and humans will deal with a change in gait in…
Alternative Options For Luxating Patella
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Alternative Options For Luxating Patella

What exactly is a luxating patella? A luxating patella is known as a “floating kneecap”, and I often liken it to the disease Osgood Schlatters in people. Though the process by which it occurs may differ, the actual movement of the…
Animal Fixing
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If It Ain't Broke, Don't Fix It?

For years few have questioned whether or not to get their animal fixed. It was routine, the standard of care, and the norm. It wasn’t so much a matter of IF you would get your pet fixed, rather of when. Adopted, rescued, breeder purchased,…
Senior Dog Tips
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Senior Dog Tips

Rachel Witucki is one of our Pet Beastro correspondents. This month she's decided to do a piece on older dogs, seeing as November is adopt a senior animal month! There are some wonderful tips in her article that should absolutely be tried…
Hip Dysplasia
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A More Intense Look At Hip Dysplasia

Hip dysplasia is one of the most dreaded diagnoses one can hear as a dog owner. Recently, the prevalence of hip dysplasia seems to have increased; yet the number of solutions remains the same. When it comes to this disease, there is little…