5 Things Not to Do During Your Pet’s Cancer Treatment
Although our office does not treat cancer, our Long Island vets would like to discuss some of the things not to do when your cat or dog is battling cancer.
Healthy Pet Tips
Dog Keeps Losing Their Balance
If your dog keeps losing their balance on non-slippery surfaces, it may be the result of a variety of medical issues, including injury, stroke, poisoning, or an infection. Here, our Long Island Vets explain why you should get to a veterinary hospital right away.
Can Dogs Get Concussions?
Dogs can get into accidents just like people and an impact on the skull can be quite alarming. Today our Long Island vets discuss concussions in dogs.
Epilepsy in cats - Everything you Should Know!
If your cat is experiencing recurrent seizures, your vet may diagnose your cat with epilepsy. Our veterinary neurologists at Atlantic Coast New York Veterinary Specialists in Long Island will explain what epilepsy in cats is and what the symptom and treatments are.
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM) In Dogs
Dilated cardiomyopathy (an enlarged heart) in dogs can be caused by a number of issues and cause many severe side effects. Here, our Long Island vets list the causes of this serious condition, symptoms, and treatment options.
Canine Allergic Dermatitis: Causes and Treatment Options
At Atlantic Coast New York Veterinary Specialists, we often see dogs with "hot spots" or allergic dermatitis (also called atopic dermatitis). Dogs often develop these skin conditions when they are exposed to an allergen. In this post, our Long Island vets discuss ways you can recognize the different types of allergic dermatitis in dogs and how they are treated.
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy In Cats
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy in cats is an extremely serious heart condition caused by an abnormal thickening of the left ventricle, resulting in a number of life-threatening symptoms. Today our Long Island emergency vets explain more about HC in cats and how it is treated.
Intestinal Blockages In Dogs: Causes And Treatment
If your dog seems to chew on and eat just about everything in sight, you could be concerned about intestinal blockages. Our Long Island vets see this serious condition often, and if not treated quickly it can cause devastating health issues including needing major surgery to save your dog's life.
Cataract Surgery For Dogs
Cataracts develop fairly often in dogs, leading to blurred vision and eventual blindness if left untreated. The good news is that cataract surgery can usually help to restore a pet's sight. Here, our Long Island vets share more.
Why Is My Dog's Face Swollen?
If you notice swelling in your dog's face, it's likely to have been caused by another underlying health complication. Today our Long Island vets illuminate which conditions could be indicated by facial swelling in your dog.
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