Wellness

Stephen Cital is a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) and a Surgical Research Anesthetist (SRA) through the Academy of Surgical Research. Additionally, Stephen attained the Registered Laboratory Animal Technician (RLAT) and became one of the first Veterinary Cannabis Counselors (VCC) in the country. Stephen also serves...

Arthritis is a common cause of joint pain in elderly dogs. This condition is caused by thinning of the cartilage within joints, leading to inflammation, bony growths, and eventually a narrowing of the joint space. As arthritis progresses, you may...

You love your dog more than anything in the entire world, you want the best for them and you can't hardly believe they are yours to care for! You hate to see them upset and you love it when their tail is wagging and eyes are glowing.  But one thing they hate is their nails being clipped or filed which leads to stress, anxiety and negativity in the house for both you and your pet.  You don't want to upset your beloved puppy or dog, so sometimes you push it off a few more days.  Other times, you take your dog to the vet to have them do their nail grooming instead of doing it at home. We've all been there- nail grooming and clipping is not always fun and easy! 

In a study conducted by Nestle Purina 48 Labrador Retriever puppies from 7 litters were gathered and split into two groups: the unrestricted eater group and the restricted eater group, which was fed 25% less than its counter-group.

Hip Dysplasia is both genetic and environmental. That means your puppy could be predisposed to getting Hip Dysplasia, but also could develop Hip Dysplasia from environmental factors as well.  In other words, Hip Dysplasia is both nature AND nurture. 

Nail Trimming Can Be Hard

If you are reading this, you have a dog whose nails need trimmed. Nail trimming can be a very hard activity. Dogs fear the nail clippers or dremmel, making the job stressful and hard. Completing this task takes practice, confidence, and lots of dog treats. Both you and your dog will enjoy the nail trimming process more if you follow these few basic steps.

The Frontiers of Veterinarian Science conducted a study with dogs and CBD to assess whether it worked for pain reduction. The results of the canine brief pain inventory and Hudson activity scores showed a decrease in pain and increase in activity levels in the dogs that were given CBD.

There are nutrients in many foods that help reduce swelling, stiffness, and joint pain in humans, and they can do the same for your dog. Ingredients in some whole, healthy foods and supplements can bring relief to a dog with arthritis, or one who's just had surgery.

Did you know that your beloved dog needs an average of 16 hours of sleep every day to stay healthy and happy? That’s just one reason why it’s essential that your pooch has a good, comfy bed to rest in. With your furry friend’s wellbeing in mind, here are the top six reasons why your dog needs a good bed.

Dr. Hannah Capon and Dr. Karen Perry-Butler share the different ways that arthritis can affect a young dog (there's more than you think!)

Dr. Hannah Capon and Dr. Kathy Murphy discuss small steps you can take to create safer and more comfortable home for your dog.

Dr. Hannah Capon and Dr. Ernie Ward share how a few extra pounds can make a big difference when it comes to canine arthritis.

Dr. Hannah Capon and Dr. Gwen Covey-Crump discuss the sometimes easy to miss signs and symptoms of canine arthritis.

Watch Dr. Hannah Capon and Big Barker's founder talk about why canine arthritis deserves more attention.

In a clinical study conducted by University of Pennsylvania, owners reported that the Big Barker bed reduced joint pain & stiffness, improved joint function & gait, and led to improved nighttime restfulness in large dogs with arthritis.Dr. Downing is the hospital...

In a clinical study conducted by University of Pennsylvania, owners reported that the Big Barker bed reduced joint pain & stiffness, improved joint function & gait, and led to improved nighttime restfulness in large dogs with arthritis.Dr. Dycus is a...

Dr. Matt Brunke, board certified in veterinary sports medicine and rehab, serves as the Medical Director at VSCR and took the time to talk about this breakthrough study with Dr. Sarah Wooten.

A review of how laser therapy can help a dog with arthritis.

Expert tips on helping your arthritic dog at home (with the help of your vet!)

So how do we treat canine arthritis? Well, that is a big question. There are many, many things we can do. Read about this walkthrough on what you can do to help your dog with arthritis.

Dr. Capon reviews canine arthritis and just how painful it may be for your dog.