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Aggression Between Family Dogs
Interdog Aggression Explained In addition to actual fights, aggressive behavior can include mounting, blocking, standing over another dog, posturing, staring, and vocalization. Dogs in the same household can become aggressive toward each other for a variety of...
Cruciate disease in dogs
Cruciate disease in dogs is a disease that affects the cranial cruciate ligament, located inside the knee. This disease is caused by genetics, obesity, age, conformation, and even breed. It occurs as a slow ligament degeneration over months or sometimes years. The...
Common Senior Pet Problems
Common Senior Pet Problems Our El Paso Vet Treats Our veterinarian at TLC Animal Hospital in El Paso, TX, takes senior pet care seriously. Depending on your pet’s age, breed, size, and medical history, aging animals can suffer from various conditions. The following...
Frequently Asked Questions on Pet Orthopedics
Our vet may recommend orthopedic surgery if your pet has mobility problems due to arthritis or other joint issues. Pet orthopedics deals with issues concerning your pet’s musculoskeletal system. These questions from TLC Animal Hospital will explain more about...
CBLO Cruciate Repair
CBLO stands for CORA-Based Leveling Osteotomy. It is a surgical technique used to correct cranial cruciate ligament (dog ACL) disease and tears. Cruciate disease is one of the most common knee problems diagnosed in large-breed dogs. It can lead to significant...
Senior Pet Health Care
Like their human companions, senior pets need more medical attention to stay healthy. At TLC Animal Hospital in El Paso, TX, our veterinarians encourage pet owners to schedule veterinary exams more often for their senior pets. Regular exams allow us to watch for...
Signs Your Pet May Have Arthritis
If you've experienced the aches and pains that come with arthritis, you're not alone. Dogs and cats can suffer from arthritis, too. Since your pet can't tell you where it hurts, or even that it is experiencing pain, it is important to recognize the signs of arthritis...
How to Tell if Your Pet Has An Eye Infection
Pets can suffer from eye infections which can be uncomfortable and, if not treated, can result in severe complications for your pet, including vision loss. Most pets show signs of an eye infection, including red eyes or squinting. The basic types of pet eye infections...
Pet Eye Infections
Treatment from Veterinarian in El Paso, TX When your pet suffers from eye infections, it can devastate your health and quality of life. Get a vet's help when you notice a pet eye infection. These eye infections can be challenging to treat without professional service....
4th of July With Pets: Your Survival Guide
Anyone who owns a pet knows that the 4th of July is a rough time. Celebrations ringing through many neighborhoods and fireworks shooting off can cause extreme anxiety in our pets. Everything from stress to heat exhaustion puts our pets at risk, and if you worry about...