Just like humans, it is common for cats to suffer from congestive heart failure. In this post, the vets at Veterinary Medical and Surgical Group (VMSG) share some of the common causes, symptoms, and treatment options for cats with congestive heart failure.
A dog's cranial cruciate ligament (also known as the CCL or cruciate) functions similarly to a human's ACL and aids in proper knee function. If your dog has a cruciate ligament injury, your Ventura vet may recommend TPLO surgery to stabilize the knee and allow pain-free movement.
Most dogs are given anesthesia when they are spayed or neutered, and the majority of them will require it at least once throughout their lives. Our four-legged pets, like us, may require anesthesia as part of a surgery or procedure. Today, our Ventura vets discuss what you should know about anesthesia for dogs.
At Veterinary Medical and Surgical Group (VMSG) in Ventura, our board-certified veterinary neurologists use our in-house MRI to help diagnose a range of health issues in dogs from a ruptured cranial cruciate ligament to brain tumors. Today our vets explain why MRI scans for dogs can be helpful, and the conditions this technology can help diagnose.
FHO surgery can be an effective and relatively inexpensive surgical treatment option for hip problems in cats. Today, our Ventura vets describe the hip anatomy of cats, hip problems that could affect your kitty and what’s involved in FHO surgery and recovery.
Cataracts prevent light from reaching the retina of your dog, resulting in blurred vision and, ultimately, blindness. In today's blog, our Ventura veterinarians discuss the causes and symptoms of canine cataracts, as well as the surgery used to treat this eye condition.
Conditions that necessitate immediate medical attention in pets can arise in the same way that they do in humans. Ventura veterinarians explain when emergency care is necessary and what to do in those situations.
Cats don't pant as much as dogs do when they're trying to cool down. But if they are, it may indicate a more serious health issue. Why is your cat breathing heavy? When should you take your pet to an emergency veterinarian? We answer those questions here.
Constipation is a common gastrointestinal problem that our Ventura veterinarians see in dogs. While constipation may not appear to be a serious condition, it can be fatal to your dog if the cause is unknown.
A lot of patients from the southwestern US come to our Ventura vets with Valley Fever symptoms in dogs. Puppies, senior dogs, and immuno-compromised dogs can develop severe, often painful symptoms.