Urinary Tract Diseases: Urinary Tract Infection in Dogs & Cats There are many problems that can affect a dog’s lower urinary system. The most common lower urinary tract disease in dogs over seven years of age is incontinence related to a weak urinary sphincter...
Allergies in dogs and cats are one of the biggest reasons pet owners visit their veterinarian. Allergies in dogs and cats occur when the immune system overreacts to substances that are either ingested, inhaled or come in direct contact with the skin. The actual...
By Dr. Bill Barnett, D.V.M. The focus on human and animal nutrition during the past five decades has been to determine the level of micronutrients necessary to prevent deficiency diseases and to define the nutrient and energy intake that would promote maximum growth...
By Dr. Bill Barnett, D.V.M. Many complex and highly scientific theories have been put forth over the years describing how and why our animals get sick. Evidence indicates that in spite of the many medical advances we have today, the rate of disease in our companion...
By Dr. Bill Barnett, D.V.M. 1. Inappropriate Nutrition Nutrition must provide the ideal level of all macronutrients, micronutrients and total energy needed during all developmental and maintenance phases in life. It should promote optimum pet health, minimize...
