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• posted: Feb. 14, 2025
• Julianne Porter, DVM
• glaucoma,  pet eyes,  eye disease,  cat glaucoma,  dog glaucoma

Last month’s article discussed a common ocular issue in dogs and cats – ulcers, or scratches, on the surface of the eye. Another condition that affects our pets’ eyes is Read More

• posted: Jan. 15, 2025
• Julianne Porter, DVM
• pet eyes,  corneal,  ulcers,  corneal ulcers,  eye ulcers,  eyes

Eyes can reveal a lot of information about our pets – whether they are happy, angry, scared, or even sick. Eyes are very complex and even have their own immune Read More

• posted: Dec. 16, 2024
• Julianne Porter, DVM
• cold weather,  cold weather care,  cold,  weather,  pet care

One of the cherished aspects of the Hudson Valley is the variety of seasons it experiences throughout the year. However, our winter season can bring harsh temperatures, winds, snow and Read More

• posted: Nov. 14, 2024
• Julianne Porter, DVM
• insulin alternatives,  insulin,  diabetes,  diabetes mellitus,  diabetic pets

Diabetes mellitus, referred to in this article as diabetes, is a well-known condition among people. The CDC reports that 11.6% of the U.S. population has diabetes, approximately 1 out of Read More

• posted: Oct. 16, 2024
• Julianne Porter, DVM
• keeping pets at home,  travel,  holiday travel,  leaving pets home

Many people take their pets with them while they travel during the holidays, but for some, this is not an option. It is important to know how to prepare your Read More

• posted: Sep. 16, 2024
• Julianne Porter, DVM
• pet glaucoma,  glaucoma,  pet eyes,  glaucoma in pets,  glaucoma in dogs,  eye disease,  glaucoma in cats,  ocular

Dogs and cats have more rods but less cones in their eyes compared to humans. As a result, they are better able to see in the dark and better at Read More

• posted: Aug. 15, 2024
• Julianne Porter, DVM
• snake,  bites,  venom,  snake bites,  snake bites in new york

Snake bites are not a common occurrence in our area, but they are important to discuss because they can be serious and even life threatening.  Out of the 17 species Read More

• posted: Jul. 15, 2024
• Julianne Porter, DVM
• feline allergic bronchitis,  feline,  asthma,  allergic bronchitis,  bronchitis,  allergies

Asthma is a relatively common condition among people, affecting approximately 1 in 12 adults and children in the United States1. Interestingly, dogs and cats can also suffer from asthma. Asthma, Read More

• posted: Jun. 10, 2024
• Julianne Porter, DVM
• arthritis,  osteoarthritis,  arthritis in cats,  degenerative joint disease

Last month’s article discussed osteoarthritis in dogs. It is important that cats are discussed separately, not because their arthritis is much different, but because their signs can be different and Read More

• posted: May 06, 2024
• Julianne Porter, DVM
• disease,  arthritis,  arthritis in dogs,  osteoarthritis,  degenerative,  joint

As in humans, arthritis also occurs in dogs, with approximately 25% diagnosed with arthritis at some point in their lifetime. There are multiple causes such as infectious, autoimmune, endocrine, and Read More

• posted: Apr. 12, 2024
• Julianne Porter, DVM
• aging pets,  senior pets,  senior care

One of the most difficult aspects of being a parent to our four-legged family members is that they don’t live forever. However, our pets are living longer, and with that Read More

• posted: Mar. 14, 2024
• Julianne Porter, DVM
• heartworm,  heartworm disease,  mosquitoes,  heartworm disease in cats

Heartworms, scientifically known as Dirofilaria immitis, are worms that can grow up to 12 inches in length and live in the heart and lungs of affected animals. They are transmitted Read More