When you think of veterinary surgical services, you generally think about taking your pet to the clinic and having the surgery done there. Yet, you probably did not know that many vets do "field surgery," too. Besides the fact that in-office surgery and field surgery occur in very different places, there are other important differences as well. It is important to know these differences so you know how and when to request them

Getting pets from a rescue is a good choice as these pets have a hard time finding homes. If the dog your brought home is underweight, you should do what you can to help it get back up to its normal weight. There are many health problems that can cause a dog to be underweight. It may also be underweight because it wasn't fed well when the rescue company found the dog.

For horse owners, one word that can strike fear throughout the stable is strangles. The name alone is chilling, but the disease that it represents is as serious as you might think. Unfortunately, as much as it is feared, it is also misunderstood. When you know the facts to dispel the rumors, you'll be in a much better position to prevent or treat a strangles outbreak in your barn. Here are a few things you should know about this frightening disease.

If you've just found out that your dog suffers from a seizure disorder, you're probably wondering how to provide it with the care that it needs. The most important thing you can do is continue to show it love and support. It's also important that you continue to provide it with routine medical care. After your veterinarian identifies the problem, and recommends a treatment plan, you'll want to ensure that the plan is followed.

When it comes to your dog's diet, you of course want your dog to eat healthy, but it doesn't necessarily mean that you need to get a prescription for a specific type of dog food. This is only necessary in some cases where your dog's health is much poorer than the average dog of the same size, gender, and breed. Here are five specific reasons you might want to look into prescription dog food:

In most cases, veterinarians recommend using spot-on treatments, which you apply to the base of your cat's neck, to prevent and treat flea infestations. But while applying such a treatment to a friendly cat each month is easy, you can't always catch and treat a feral cat in this manner. If you have a cat you can't catch, but who is in need of flea treatments, here are a few options to consider.

Dogs are often considered part of the family nowadays, and this is not something that should change just because your family is expanding. When a baby is being brought home, parents (dog owners) simply need to learn how to prepare to introduce the baby to the dog and set brand new boundaries for the canine. There are steps that can be taken prior to the baby's arrival as well as after the baby comes home from the hospital.

Your dog is more than just an animal; your dog is a part of your family. While showing your dog love through feeding, playing, and cuddling is common, providing your dog with proper medical care is also important. Unfortunately, there will be times where your dog is causing your family some frustration. If your dog seems to shed hair all over your clothing, furniture, and floors, you may become frustrated. In these situations, you must remember that shedding is not something your dog can control, so it is important to understand why they are losing an excess amount of hair.

When you have a dog and you have a fence around your yard, you should take some extra precautions to make sure your dog doesn't get hurt on the fence. While a fence can be a great way for you to make sure you are able to keep your dog from getting loose and running away, these fences also have the potential of causing injury if you aren't careful. Here are some of the things you can do to make your fence safer for your dog:

One health issue that can plague cats as they get older is hyperthyroidism. Hyperthyroidism affects a butterfly-shaped organ located in your cat's neck which regulates your cat's metabolism and organ functions. Hyperthyroidism should not be ignored as it can also raise your cat's blood pressure and contribute to organ failure. Fortunately, there are treatments available so that your cat can live out the rest of its life normally. Symptoms can come on subtly, so here are a few signs to look for and the types of treatments available.