A femoral head ostectomy (FHO) is a surgery that focuses on restoring pain-free mobility to a damaged or diseased hip by eliminating the head and neck of the dog’s femur, also known as long leg bone or thighbone. There are… Read More
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Everything You Must Know About Anal Sac Disease in Dogs
If you have observed your dog scooting across the room on their bottom, it could indicate anal sac disease. Dogs have two minor pouches on either side of their anus. They make a smelly brown fluid that canines use to… Read More
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Understanding Glaucoma in Dogs
Have you noticed your dog’s eyes squinting, cloudy, or bluish? Does your pet seem to constantly scratch or rub its eyes? Dogs, like humans, can develop glaucoma, an imbalance in eye fluid production and drainage that increases unhealthy levels of… Read More
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Heat Stroke in Dogs: Caring for Your Pet This Summer
Summer has finally arrived, and we can feel the heat. Knowing how the heat impacts your pup is critical. Mount Carmel Animal Hospital informs readers about the dangerous consequences of heat stroke in dogs and when you should seek veterinary… Read More
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Learning About Feline Leukemia Virus
Feline leukemia virus, or FeLV, is one of the most prevalent and significant infectious diseases in cats, especially in the United States and Canada. Fortunately, the incidence of FeLV in cats has decreased in the past two decades due to… Read More
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Feline Immunodeficiency Virus
In infected cats, feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) weakens the immune system, exposing the cat to many other infections. It is similar to HIV (the cause of AIDS in humans) in that it attacks the immune system. Let’s explore this topic… Read More
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Southern York County: Feline Urinary Obstruction
Have you noticed that your cat is unable to urinate correctly? It may be due to urethral obstruction (UO). Unfortunately, this feline urinary obstruction is prevalent in young to middle-aged male cats. Let’s explore more below. Consider Mount Carmel Animal… Read More
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Medial Patellar Luxation in Dogs
Have you noticed your dog’s kneecap moving out of its usual location? This may be due to medial patellar luxation. Mount Carmel Animal Hospital shares information about medial patellar luxation in dogs in this article.
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Arthritis Awareness Month: Pet Arthritis
Canines and felines can be excellent at hiding their pain since they cannot verbally tell us what’s wrong. The month of May is devoted to spreading awareness about pet arthritis, prevention, and treatment. Mount Carmel Animal Hospital informs its readers… Read More
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Immune Mediated Hemolytic Anemia (IMHA) in Dogs and Cats
Immune mediated hemolytic anemia (IMHA) has been reported in small animals for over 80 years but there has not been a perfect treatment for the disease. However, 75% of dogs with this condition can fully recover and lead a normal… Read More