Cranial Cruciate Ligament (CCL) Surgery in Dogs
Cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) ruptures are a common orthopedic injury in dogs. Our Ventura vets explain the injury as well as the CCL surgery process that is likely necessary for your dog.
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Our Ventura veterinarians share helpful tips and advice to help you ensure your pets stay happy and healthy.
Mitral Valve Disease In Dogs & How to Improve Outcomes
Mitral valve disease in dogs is a serious condition that can lead to blood leaking during heart muscle contractions. This can cause further issues like heart murmurs and more serious consequences to your dog's health. Today, our Ventura veterinary specialists discuss mitral valve disease including signs and treatments.
Entropion Surgery in Dogs
Entropion occurs in many dog breeds. This condition causes a pooch's eyelids to roll inwards, leading to pain, irritation and other secondary eye issues. In this post, our Ventura veterinarians describe what's involved in entropion eye surgery for dogs.
ACL in Dogs
Due to the anatomy of a dog's leg, ACL injuries are very common for them. Today our Ventura vets explain the symptoms of ACL injuries in dogs and the surgeries that can be performed to treat these knee injuries.
Pancreatic Cancer in Dogs
While pancreatic cancer is relatively rare in dogs, it's important for owners to understand the symptoms so that your vet can start treatment early to try and prevent or limit the spread of this disease. Today, our Ventura vets explain the types of pancreatic cancer seen in dogs.
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Diagnostic imaging is an exceptional tool used by our Ventura vets to help us pinpoint the cause, extent, or seriousness of your pet's illness or injury. Depending on your pet's condition, the type of diagnostic imaging used will vary. Below are a few of the tests that your vet may recommend to help diagnose or treat your dog or cat.
MRI vs. CT Scans. vs. X-Rays: How Each Are Useful
Diagnostic imaging is an exceptional tool used by our Ventura vets to help us pinpoint the cause, extent, or seriousness of your pet's illness or injury. Depending on your pet's condition, the type of diagnostic imaging used will vary. Below are a few of the tests that your vet may recommend to help diagnose or treat your dog or cat.
Symptoms of Brain Tumors in Dogs
We know that thinking about your dog having a brain tumor can be scary, but it's a necessary discussion. You can recognize the signs and get your dog help early. Today, our Ventura vets discuss how long a dog can live with a brain tumor and the symptoms, as well as provide a timeline for the progression of a dog brain tumor.
Hip Relacement in Dogs
If your dog is suffering from severe hip pain, your vet may recommend a total hip replacement to help restore your pup's mobility. So how does hip replacement in dogs work? What is the recovery like? And is your dog a good candidate for hip replacement surgery? Our Ventura veterinarians answer these questions and more.
Ear Hematomas in Cats: Surgery & Cost
If you notice that your cat has developed an ear hematoma, you might be wondering how to help. Today, our Ventura vet team talks about the causes of aural hematomas in cats, symptoms, and treatment options.