Did you know that your veterinarian can play an essential role in addressing your pet’s behavioral issues? Behavior problems are the most common reason animals lose their home; however, many people do not realize that with the right intervention, most problems can be corrected. Sometimes an owner may not recognize a behavioral issue or perceive…
Buddy is a 2 year old chocolate labrador retriever who has a bad habit. He is obsessed with rocks. He loves them so much that he frequently carries them around in his mouth. Unfortunately, he has also been known to swallow them. So it was no surprise when Buddy came in to see Dr. Kovar…
Auggie Doggie is an 11 year old female West Highland White Terrier owned by Shawnie Zahniser. Shawnie first brought Auggie to see Dr. Kovar due to an injury to Auggie’s CCL (cranial cruciate ligament), one of the internal support structures of the knee. Surgery was performed to stabilize the weak joint. Several months later, Auggie…
The weather is thankfully warming up this spring, and we as veterinarians find ourselves preparing to see an increased incidence of pets with fleas, the occasional tick, and discussing parasites in general as our dogs and cats become more active outdoors with us. This month, we’d like to address a concern of most pet owners…
Instead of our typical Case of the Month, we wanted to talk about a “disease” that is increasing at alarming rates. I cannot give a specific case study from our own patients because there are just too many! Recent statistics indicate that >50% of dog and cat pets are overweight. Why is this happening? While…
This month, we would like to introduce you to three individuals. All three of these pets came to see Dr. Smith because their owners found a new “lump.” However, as you will see, each “lump” had a unique diagnosis and dramatically different treatment options. Sadie the Mastiff Mix: fatty lipoma Russell and Jennifer Lindsay, the owners…
At Bothell Pet Hospital, the same dental problems are often found in both cats and dogs and frequently go unnoticed or overlooked. Unfortunately, this also means they are significantly under-treated. In honor of Dental Health Month all throughout February, we are offering 10% off on all pet dental services — just call us at 425-486-3251 to…
Rambo is a 9-year-old Shepherd mix dog, owned by Barbara Clauson. Barbara brought Rambo to Bothell Pet Hospital to see Dr. Kovar last month for non-weight bearing on his right, hind leg. He was outside chasing squirrels (no he did not catch any) and when he finished the chase he came back inside lame. On…
One of the most frequently reported illnesses in our canine and feline patients is vomiting accompanied by lethargy, and the list of possible causes is endless. Max, a two-year-old Sheltie, presented to Bothell Pet Hospital with just that – inappetance, a couple of vomiting episodes and not being himself. When Dr. Hsu first saw Max,…
Jack is a five-year-old Labrador retriever who came into Bothell Pet Hospital this past month for vomiting and loss of appetite. On physical exam he was depressed and very dehydrated. Palpation of his abdomen revealed a firm round “mass”. Radiographs were taken, and the cause of Jack’s discomfort was immediately identified. Generally, in evaluating x-rays,…