Pet Connections

Pittsburgh Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center

By Carla Mader Pittsburgh Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center (PVSEC) is western Pennsylvania’s most comprehensive multi-specialty referral and emergency veterinary center. They provide small animal veterinary services in 14 disciplines and 24/7 emergency services. PVSEC is conveniently located and easily accessible in North Hills off I-279. Pittsburgh is very fortunate to have a premier veterinary […]

Beaver Animal Clinic: Because We Care

We at Beaver Animal Clinic believe in the power of caring. Caring for our patients as our own pets. Caring for our clients as our friends. Caring for each other as our family. We strive to maintain an office where animals receive the best possible health care. Holistic/Integrative Care by Dr. Doug Knueven Conventional Care […]

Adopt a Holistic Lifestyle for Your Pet

By Doug Knueven, DVM, CVA, CVC, CVCH Holistic veterinary care is in great demand these days. The term “holistic” implies that the entire being; body, mind, and spirit, is being addressed. The whole is greater than the sum of its parts. This concept stands in direct opposition to the Western reductionistic view of life. Modern […]

Vitamin D for Pets

By Doug Knueven, DVM, CVA, CVC, CVCH Vitamin D is a critical nutrient. It acts as a hormone in the body and regulates calcium metabolism which is important in bone growth and maintenance. Vitamin D excess leads to too much calcium in the blood. This can cause calcification of body tissues and the formation of […]