Big Barker’s consulting veterinarian, Dr. Sarah Wooten, kicks off her interview series with a very special interviewee—Dr. Kimberly Agnello, Assistant Professor of Small Animal Surgery, University of Pennsylvania. We would like to gratefully acknowledge Dr. Agnello’s time and her willingness to share her insights.
Recovering from hip dysplasia surgery—or any orthopedic surgery, really—presents its own challenges. Read this article to help your dog face these challenges after their surgery.
After Piggy had been at the sanctuary for about a year, she developed a limp. I suspected it was caused by a mild injury or overexertion, so I treated her accordingly. But within a couple weeks, it became obvious that Piggy was getting worse, not better, and I soon got the sad diagnosis.
Canine arthritis is a common and debilitating disease that limits a dog’s ability to function and move without pain. Learn how your dog may be suffering in silence because of canine arthritis.
About 50 percent of pet owners in America sleep with their furry friend. And if you’re one of them, you know exactly why: Your dog (or cat!) is warm, cozy, and comforting. But what if this nighttime arrangement is actually harmful to your dog?
Your dog could be quietly suffering in pain right now, and because he is unable to tell you that he hurts, you might not recognize his distress. Whimpering, yelping, and limping are the obvious signs that your dog is injured, but many signs of pain in dogs are far more subtle.
Turkey, mashed potatoes, pumpkin pie… Thanksgiving, the most American of all holidays, is almost upon us, and your preparations are probably already in full swing. While you’re busy putting the finishing touches on your menu or excitedly picking up relatives...
In this post in our Ask The Vet series we discuss ACL injuries in big dogs with Dr. Scott Perry, DVM, a preferred Provider with Vet24seven’s community spoke with us at length about various injuries that can befall our beloved big dogs.
Watch this video about a massage technique for arthritic big dogs. This is something that many pet parents are exploring alternative healing techniques for their big dogs.
If you’re the owner of a big dog, you may not think of agility as being something you would need to concern yourself with. “Agility” in this context is not about your dog running an obstacle course, it is about keeping him or her active and healthy.
Is your dog overweight? It’s a question, that if you haven’t asked yourself or more importantly your veterinarian, you probably should. #BigDog issues arise, in many cases, when a dog is overweight because it puts additional strain on their bones and joints. As Dr. Carol Osborne said, “your dog should have a waist.”
Dr. Carol Osborne, DVM from the Chagrin Falls Pet Clinic in Ohio spoke with me about some of the health issues that face big and giant dog breeds. We discussed how to properly care for your giant breed dog from puppyhood through adulthood.
Conventional wisdom probably shows that you shouldn’t sleep with your dogs — regardless of their size, right? We know, however, that many of our pet-loving friends are more than willing to take a slice of the bed if their dog, big or small, wants to join them. Do you share your bed with a big dog?
We love our big dogs, but we also know that many of the big breeds — Mastiffs, Great Danes, German Shepherds, Saint Bernards, Labrador Retrievers, Newfoundlands and others, suffer joint issues and are prone to canine hip dysplasia.
Just as winter makes our bones and joints ache, so too does the weather impact our four-legged family members’ joints. For big dogs, such as Great Danes, German Shepherds or Mastiffs who are prone to joint health issues, the cold can add an additional layer of “ache” onto their bones. How can you help your pet lead a healthier, less pain filled winter?
If your dog has hip dysplasia, then exercise is one of the most important things for your best friend. But how should you exercise your dog? Take a look at today's video for some helpful ideas.
