Vickery Place Animal Hospital Blog
Pet Skin and Ear Disease: What Causes It and How to Treat It
— By Dr. Katherine White — Chronic Skin and Ear Disease in Pets Chronic skin and ear disease in pets can have multiple causes, including infections, allergies, autoimmune conditions, and, in some cases, cancer. Common infectious causes include dermatophytosis (ringworm), fleas, lice, mites, and certain fungal infections. Thankfully, most external parasites—such as fleas, lice, and…
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Common Pug Eye Conditions: Explained by a Veterinarian
— Written by Dr. Patrick Martin — Pugs come with a plethora of unique issues, and one of the ones we deal with most frequently is their eyes. There are two factors that make pugs have such frequent eye issues; their unique brachycephalic (pushed nose) anatomy and their genetics. The two most common pug eye…
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Ferret Adrenal Gland Disease: A Guide to Pet Treatment
— Written by Dr. Patrick Martin — Ferrets (Mustela furo) are wonderful pets, but like many animals, they can suffer from certain health conditions. One of the most common ailments veterinarians encounter in ferrets is adrenal gland disease. This condition occurs when a ferret’s adrenal glands overproduce sex steroids, leading to a range of symptoms…
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“Hot Dog” Has More Than One Meaning in the Texas Summer!
— Written By Dr. Maximilian Miranne — Are you familiar with the signs of heat exhaustion, humans or animals? Though the oppressive Texas heat will let up in the coming months, it’s always a good idea to be aware of the warning signs and risk factors for keeping your pooch from overheating. Why are dogs…
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Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome: The Canine Conundrum
— Written By Dr. Maximilian Miranne — Though we may look at pugs and only see magnificence, it turns out that our flat-faced companions are often born with several anatomical abnormalities that can make it innately difficult for them to breathe. This is true for any brachycephalic dog: pugs, Boston terriers, and Shih tzus alike.…
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