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Getting Your Cat Fixed: What to Expect One of the most responsible decisions you can make as a pet owner is spaying or neutering your cat if you do not want to breed it. These procedures are the most effective way to prevent unwanted pregnancies. TLC Animal Hospital...

How CT Scans Are Used for Diagnosis Accurately diagnosing your pet’s condition or injury is crucial for preventing significant health complications. CT scans have become an invaluable tool for veterinarians since they offer a detailed view of the inside of your pet’s...

Do birds make good pets? Birds can make wonderful, engaging, rewarding pets. However, like children, they can be very curious, messy, loud, and even destructive. Careful thought should be given to the decision before getting a pet bird to ensure you are able to...

Hip Dysplasia - Diagnosis, Medical Management, and Surgical Options Hip dysplasia is a developmental abnormality of the hip joint(s). It is common in large and giant breed dogs, but can be seen on small breed dogs and cats as well. It usually occurs secondary to a...

Why is spaying and neutering important? Spaying is the process of removing the uterus and ovaries of a female. Neutering involves removing the testicles of a male. Both procedures are routinely performed to ensure animals are not able to reproduce, and eliminate the...

Having anesthesia and surgery performed on your pet, whether for a routine neuter or a more complex procedure, can be stressful for pet parents. However, with good care and planning, these procedures are generally well tolerated and considered safe for most pets....

WHAT IS CRUCIATE DISEASE? Canine knee joint – purple oval is the knee cap, blue line is orientation of the CrCL, pink wedge is the meniscus In animals, the ACL is referred to as the Cranial Cruciate Ligament or CrCL. The CrCL is one of the ligaments important to...

Your Guide to Pet Digestive Issues If you've ever had a digestive issue - whether temporary or chronic - you know just how uncomfortable and troublesome it can be. Unfortunately, our pets can experience them too. The biggest difference is that they can't always...

Treatment Options and Veterinary Care for Dog Hip Dysplasia Noticing your dog limping or having difficulty moving can be a scary scene for pet owners. A common reason your dog might be limping or having lameness is hip dysplasia. This condition can significantly...

Understanding Canine Hip Dysplasia: Causes, Symptoms, and Diagnosis Hip dysplasia is a common disorder that affects dogs. Any type of dog can suffer from this disorder, but there are some breeds that are more prone to it than others. Hip dysplasia is when the ball and...