Pet Health Blog

If your dog starts limping, it can be hard to know whether it’s something minor or a sign of a more serious injury. A limp may come from a sore paw, torn nail, muscle strain, or overexertion.

Cats are very good at hiding pain, so limping can be easy to miss at first.

Broken bones, also called fractures, can happen after falls, car accidents, rough play, animal bites, or other trauma.

If your dog is limping on a back leg or has been diagnosed with a torn CCL, your veterinarian may recommend TPLO surgery. TPLO is one of the most common types of dog knee surgery used to treat cranial cruciate ligament injuries.

Fright night might be fun for humans, but it can be frightfully scary—and even dangerous—for pets. Veterinarians at DoveLewis want to remind pet owners to be mindful of the various ways Halloween can pose a threat to animals.

Whether it’s a game of fetch, a hike through the woods, or your dog sprinting through a brush pile in the yard, sticks are a common part of outdoor play.