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Check out the latest educational articles written by the Virginia Veterinary Specialists Physicians!
Oral Tumors in Dogs and Cats
Oral tumors are common in both cats and dogs, accounting for 3-12% and 6% of all tumors in these species, respectively. In dogs, the most common...
What is pain?
What is pain? I am asked almost daily, "How do I know if my pet is in pain?" My response to this question is rarely brief and depends on many...
Advanced Imaging in Veterinary Medicine: Unveiling the Power of CT Scans for Diagnosis and Treatment
Advanced Imaging in Veterinary Medicine: Unveiling the Power of CT Scans for Diagnosis and Treatment Computed tomography (CT or CAT scan)...
Pet Hydration
Our pets’ bodies are made up of a majority of water, just like ours. Water is essential to keep all the body systems in good working condition. Dogs...
Xylitol Toxicity in Dogs
Xylitol is a natural sugar alcohol that is commonly used as a sugar substitute in a variety of products such as gums, candies, mints, peanut or nut...
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM): Association with Nutritional Deficiencies, or “Diet Associated Cardiomyopathy”
Dilated cardiomyopathy is thought to be the second most common acquired heart disease in dogs. Historically, it is considered either an idiopathic...