With the legalization of marijuana for recreational use in Colorado and Washington, last week the Justice Department effectively announced it won’t challenge other states’ attempts to legalize the drug for medical or recreational use. While marijuana is still classified as illegal, there are many individuals who believe these policy changes lay the groundwork for many states to legalize marijuana, especially for medicinal use in humans. In the meantime, debates about whether or not medical marijuana is beneficial for ailing pets are becoming more frequent. The jury remains out regarding the benefits of medical marijuana for pets, but recent news coverage and an increase in the number of pets being treated for accidental marijuana poisonings are raising questions about the safety of marijuana, especially in dogs.
Author: All Pets Veterinary Medical Center
Where Our 2016 Presidential Hopefuls Stand on Veterinary Issues
If you’re wondering how Hillary Clinton, Bernie Sanders, Ted Cruz and Donald Trump might vote on animal-welfare and veterinary-practice issues the AVMA considers critical, this article will help give you a better idea.
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Oral Hygiene for Cats
While there is a lot of information regarding the importance of good oral health, few pet owners regularly take the single most effective measure to prevent periodontal disease: toothbrushing. This is especially true with cats.
AAHA Conference 2016
The All Pets Veterinary Medical Center staff will be attending the AAHA Conference 2016 in Austin, Texas on March 21-April 3. This veterinary conference is great way for our staff to experience something new and unique. It offers the opportunity for us to learn practices from other industry experts, discover the latest and greatest in products and services, and network with fellow veterinarians and technicians from around the country.
Oral Hygiene for Dogs
The oral cavity of dogs is a perfect incubator for all kinds of bacteria, partly because the mouth is warm, moist and has significant nutrients present for organisms to grow on. While most are normal and natural, once plaque and calculus (tartar) form on the teeth the normal microbial flora gets out of balance — and if pathogenic organisms proliferate, trouble ensues.
The Rabbit’s Relation to Easter
It is interesting to wonder about how certain Christian customs originated. One notable custom is the paradox in our Easter tradition that seems to support the fact that rabbits lay eggs! How strange is that?! Someone obviously must have missed hearing some practical “facts of life.”
Urinary Incontinence in Dogs
Urinary incontinence occurs when a housetrained dog loses control of his or her bladder. The severity can range from occasional small urine leaks to inadvertent voiding of a large amount of urine. This article will discuss the causes, symptoms and treatment options available for urinary incontinence in dogs.
Canine Influenza Vaccine and Recent Outbreaks
In our article Canine Influenza Virus we discussed the symptoms and types, diagnosis and treatment, and living and management of the virus. This article will discuss the recent outbreaks and what you can do to help prevent the virus from affecting your pet.
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Why We Recommend Nationwide Pet Insurance
Here at All Pets Veterinary Medical Center, we recommend Nationwide Insurance to all of our clients. Nationwide is recommended most because of the many benefits it provides. This insurance provider is most often chosen by pet owners because of its flexibility, risk-free, stability and trustworthy benefits.
Why Does My Dog Only Squat to Pee?
In both male and female dogs squatting and leg lifting are acceptable behaviors. Some males may squat to relieve themselves, while some females may choose to lift a leg. But many may be wondering—why?
