By Grace Bathery At age 12, Gracie, a cocker spaniel, started experiencing inflammation and infections in her ears secondary to her allergies. After numerous vet visits and treatment trials, Gracie’s owner, Colleen Kelly, was …
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Therapy dog Gracie takes on new mission in fight against blastomycosis
Posted onBy Simran Khanuja When Mary and Paul Brinkman adopted Gracie, a little grey dog from an Alabama rescue, they were immediately drawn to her calm and gentle nature. After taking obedience classes, Gracie quickly transitioned …
Spring yard prep: Watch for these 6 possible pet hazards
Posted onBy Grace Bathery With spring arriving, you can start preparing your garden. This seasonal shift brings an assortment of risks for our furry friends, including garden chemicals and lawn supplies. Many are harmful to pets …
Saving Suri: A foal’s journey from ‘noodle’ leg to being fully grown, healthy
Posted onBy Simran Khanuja When Suri was born at a farm in Fall River, Wisconsin, in June 2023, she was as healthy and vibrant as any foal, with her striking black coat and a distinctive small …
Avoiding online pet product scams: Tips from a UW Vet Med expert
Posted onBy Grace Bathery It’s becoming more common to see pet products and supplements advertised on websites and social media. It’s easy to be swayed by something that appears to be the perfect solution to a …
Avian answers: What your bird’s behavior says about its health
Posted onBy Grace Bathery Understanding the behavior of pets can lead to happier, healthier lives for our furry friends and even prevent medical emergencies. Just like other animals indicate emotional states and health issues through their …
Holiday hazards: Keep these foods away from your pets
Posted onby Grace Bathery The holiday season is here, bringing with it all kinds of festive foods and occasions that revolve around eating, drinking, and being merry. As tempting as it is to include your pet …
Common types of cancer in pets and what to watch for
Posted onby Simran Khanuja Building on a long history of leadership and innovation in the field, UW Veterinary Care’s (UWVC) comprehensive, integrated oncology service continues to transform how cancer care is delivered for pets. “With at least one …
From lions to kangaroos: Inside UW Veterinary Care’s wildly diverse patient list
Posted onby Simran Khanuja Dogs and cats. Horses and cows. Birds and rabbits. Each year, UW Veterinary Care (UWVC) provides care for almost 30,000 patients who vary widely in shape, size, and species. But in addition …
Pet-safe plants: What to know and what to grow
Posted onby Grace Bathery Both indoor and outdoor plants make our living spaces healthy and enjoyable places to spend time. But, when it comes to our animal companions, sometimes pets and plants don’t mix. In fact, …