New anxiety drug for dogs – just in time for July 4th! | Dr. Justine Lee
Does your dog hate fireworks? Does your dog have fear or anxiety secondary to noise stimulation? Loud noises that may scare your dog include the following: So how do you know if your dog is scared of these noses? Signs of nose aversion in dogs include: If your dog shows any of these signs, read on about Sileo, that was just released for noise aversion in dogs! Sileo, designed for pet owners to administer before or at the time of a fear or anxiety-eliciting noise stimulus, is the first...
Read MoreDeadly disease, tularemia, reported in Twin Cities, Minnesota | Dr. Justine Lee
If you live in Minnesota, please be aware. The zoonotic disease (which means it’s spreadable to you and your family), tularemia, was just reported for the first time this year in Minnesota. It’s transmitted by the bacterium Francisella tularensis. If you notice any sick rabbits, stay away. This is definitely spread to cats, and can result in severe illness in outdoor cats. When in doubt, please seek veterinary attention immediately if you have a sick pet! More information below in...
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Holiday dangers poisonous to pets | Dr. Justine Lee
The holidays are stressful enough without you having to worry about rushing your dog or cat to the ER on Christmas Eve, right? Before you put any presents below the Christmas tree, do your pet a favor – learn about the common holiday dangers that are poisonous to dogs and cats. Certain holiday dangers pose threats to pets, including certain foods, plants, home ornaments, and decorations. Foods One of the most common emergencies I see are chewed-through packages of chocolate, chocolate-covered...
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6 simple tips to keep your cat healthy & happy | Dr. Justine Lee
When it comes to keeping your cat happy and healthy, here, a few veterinary recommended quick tips! Keep your cat indoors or supervised while outside to prevent any trauma (e.g., being hit by a car, attacked by a dog, accidentally poisoned, etc.) If you do think your cat has been poisoned, make sure to contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center immediately for life-saving care! To be safe, pre-program your cell phone with their phone number (888) 426-4435. Make sure...
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Aspiration Pneumonia | Dr. Justine Lee
If your dog or cat was just diagnosed with aspiration pneumonia, read on! This is a potentially life-threatening emergency that warrants an immediate trip to your veterinarian or emergency veteriarian for oxygen therapy and treatment. Aspiration pneumonia is the condition when gastrointestinal contents have been inhaled into the lungs. This results in a secondary inflammation and infection of the lung. Due to this inflammation, excessive fluid and mucus accumulates within the lower airway,...
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Does my cat have a urinary tract infection? | Dr. Justine Lee
Does my cat have a urinary tract infection (UTI)? How do you tell if your cat has a UTI? Signs include: Blood in the urine Urinating in unusual places Frequent trips to the litter box Lethargy Fever When in doubt, know that the true incidence of UTI in cats is pretty low – as low as 2%. Typically, these signs are due to Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (a sterile cystitis). Check out this SwheatScoop video here for more info on...
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