Conservative treatment of ligament injuries.
Your veterinarian has diagnosed a torn ligament and has prescribed medications for pain, inflammation and muscle spasm. They make a referral to an orthopedic specialist. But what if you don’t want to do surgery for whatever reason? Is there a way to heal these injuries as safely and completely as possible without surgery, non invasively, […]
Archie came to me later in his life
Archie came to me later in his life. It was just before Thanksgiving in 2009 when I saw on the schedule at the animal hospital where I work that a Chihuahua was coming in to be euthanized. Being partial to Chihuahuas, I decided to take my dinner break at that time so I would miss […]
Summertime Tips
Summertime Tips: Don’t walk pets on or near busy roads Hot pavement can burn paws Avoid strenuous activity during the heat of the day Be sure your pet has fresh water and a way to escape the heat Pets should remain on a leash or supervised within a restricted environment when outdoors. Be sure your […]
Paws in the Sand
To say Matt Arch only loved all living things would be an understatement. To say Matt Arch only encouraged all living things to connect with and support one another would even be an understatement. To say Matt Arch loved all living things, encouraged all living things to connect with and support one another all the […]
Digestive Health in Our Pets: The Basis for Happy Healthy Animals
Digestive Health in Our Pets: The Basis for Happy Healthy Animals At Murray Avenue Apothecary we love all animals and we believe they have the right to a healthy life. Digestive disturbances are a very common complaint with our companion animals. A sick pet feels miserable and can affect your whole household, crimping your family’s […]
Q & A with Judith Levy: Sleepless in Pittsburgh
My cat is keeping me awake at night! She comes and jumps on me until I either play with her or feed her some canned food!! I used to use a spray bottle but it no longer works. She is great at dodging the water! How can I stop this behavior? Sleepless in Pittsburgh HI. […]
Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine Food Therapy
By Doug Knueven, DVM, CVA, CVC, CVCH For the ancient Chinese, the maintenance of health was of supreme importance. Healthcare was not something they went to a doctor to get; it was a way of life. These wise people meditated, used massage, herbs and acupuncture, and did tai chi (gentle exercises) on a regular basis […]
CAMP BOW WOW TO OPEN FIFTH DOGGY DAYCARE AND OVERNIGHT CAMP IN PITTSBURGH, PA
Camp Bow Wow Celebrates 10 Years in Pittsburgh Community with Brand New Local Facility and “Dog Days of Summer” Deal (Pittsburgh, PA – May 28, 2015) – Camp Bow Wow®, the Premier Doggy Day and Overnight Camp® franchise and an Inc. 5000 company, is proud to announce the construction of its fifth location in Pittsburgh, […]
Pet Odors – Bactronizing Our Way to a Healthier Environment for Pets and People with Bactronix
We pet lovers and guardians enjoy the close bond we share with our pets. As pet lovers, there is nothing better than snuggling up with our furry friends! However, how often do we stop and think about what they may carry from our daily routines as we travel about? Do we even think about pathogens […]
The Western PA Humane Society
Open Doors ~ Open Hearts The Western PA Humane Society is Greater Pittsburgh’s center for pet ownership. Preventing cruelty to animals is at the root of our charter, but beyond that, we provide services every day for pet owners throughout their pet’s lifecycle. Life at an urban open-door animal shelter can be complicated because our animals do not have a […]