Dog Diabetes

By Dr. Dean Severidt | May 18, 2010

Diabetes mellitus is a condition where there is either a lack of insulin being produced by the body (Type I or Juvenile diabetes) or where insulin is present, but not used properly (Type II which occurs later in life and is common in adults over 50).  Humans are not the only animals that can get [...]

How to Get Rid of Fleas on Your Pets

By Dr. Dean Severidt | May 7, 2010

As summer heats up and rainy days become more frequent, pets are more susceptible to fleas and ticks than any other time of the year.  Dogs and cats are vulnerable to fleas, even if they are considered indoor pets. Warm, wet weather is the prime time for fleas to appear on pets.  The best way [...]

Dog and Cat Teeth Cleaning: Its More Important Than You May Think

By Dr. Dean Severidt | May 3, 2010

One of the most important aspects of care for your pet is dental care and it is something that is often overlooked. Eighty five percent of our pets have periodontal disease by the time they are three years of age. Periodontal disease is a disease of and around the teeth.

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