How to Strengthen an Old Dog's Hind Legs
If your pet is experiencing weakness in their hind legs, we recommend reading this article. Our veterinarians at Boulder County can provide guidance on how to improve or maintain their leg strength.
Cataracts in Cats
Have you noticed your cat's eyes have started to cloud over, this may be a sign that your cat is developing cataracts in its eyes? Today, our Boulder County vets will provide you with information on cataracts in cats and what to look out for.
Addison's Disease in Dogs
Often caused by an underlying autoimmune condition, Addison's Disease is a hormonal disorder seen in dogs that is characterized by a low hormone output by your pup's adrenal glands. Here, our Boulder County vets explain more about this serious condition and how Addison's Disease in dogs can be treated.
Hookworm in Dogs: Signs, Treatment & Prevention
Hookworms lead to gastrointestinal distress in adult dogs that are otherwise in good health. However, this parasitic infection can prove fatal for puppies. In this article, our Boulder County vets share facts about hookworms in dogs and how these problematic parasites can be treated and prevented.
Preventing Leptospirosis
Leptospirosis is a zoonotic disease that can impact dogs, farms, and wild animals in addition to people. Our Boulder County veterinarians list signs and symptoms of leptospirosis in dogs and what you can do to protect your canine companion.
What diseases can dogs get from ticks?
Tick-borne diseases pose a very real threat to the health of dogs and people throughout Boulder County. Symptoms of these conditions can be painful and even life-threatening for your pup. In today's blog, our vets explain some of the most common tick-borne illnesses in dogs, and the symptoms to watch for.
How to Treat Bladder Infections in Dogs
Bladder infections and other bladder issues are as common in dogs as they are in people and just as painful and uncomfortable. Today, our Boulder County vets share the causes, symptoms, and treatments for bladder infections in dogs.
Why won't my cat drink water?
It is important to keep your pet well-hydrated but sometimes our feline friends may not drink as much as they should. Our vets at the Lafayette Companion Animal Hospital talk about why your cat might not be drinking water and what you should do about it.
Diarrhea in Dogs - Is Bloody Diarrhea in Dogs an Emergency?
It is alarming whenever our canine companions aren't feeling great, and that's why it can be stressful when your dog has unexplained diarrhea. Today, our Boulder County veterinarians explain some common causes of diarrhea, what to do if your dog's stool is bloody, and when it's time to call an emergency vet.
Heatstroke in Dogs
Here, our Boulder County vets define heatstroke in dogs and provide a list of symptoms that you should watch out for as the temperature rises. We also share recommendations on how to prevent heatstroke and what to do if you think that your dog is suffering from this serious condition.