Unlocking the Secrets of Pet Bones and Joints: An Interview with Dr. Tang, DVM. Burapong Suteerat, Taling Chan Animal Hospital. Are any dog owners worried or stressed about their pets' limping, difficulty standing, or hind leg problems? We believe many of you are searching for information on how to care for canine hip dysplasia or what methods can help protect your beloved pets' joints and keep them strong for a long time. Today, Dr. Tang, a specialist in orthopedics at Taling Chan Animal Hospital, has compiled all the most frequently asked questions from pet owners about the environmental factors affecting their pets' joints and bones, and will explain them clearly in this article! Unlocking Misconceptions: Bone and joint problems are caused by DNA, not just the environment. The first thing Dr. Tang quickly clarifies is that patellar luxation or hip dysplasia in pets…
Did you know that… “Heart disease in dogs” is mostly a chronic condition that requires long-term care? But how can we help them live longer with us? First, let's understand the disease, how to closely monitor symptoms, and how to adjust our care habits appropriately. Heart disease in dogs is a condition where the heart is not functioning efficiently (mostly due to leaky heart valves or age-related heart muscle degeneration). When the heart weakens, it can't pump blood to the body and lungs as effectively as before, resulting in symptoms such as easy fatigue, coughing, and shortness of breath in the sun. Common heart diseases in dogs, especially older dogs or certain breeds, can be broadly categorized as follows: Valvular degeneration (common in small breeds), Myocardial degeneration…
Why do dogs that used to potty in the right place suddenly start urinating everywhere? This is a problem many owners face. Inappropriate urination is more than just a matter of "bad habit"; it's a clear warning sign that something "wrong" is happening to your dog. This could be physical pain they can't express or accumulated stress. But don't panic, because everything can be fixed. First, let's explore the real causes of this inappropriate behavior so we can address the problem correctly. Health Causes: If your dog, who has always been a potty trainer, suddenly changes their behavior… don't scold or punish them. This might not be just mischief, but a physical signal that they're not feeling well…
Many people may think that fat cats look cute, cuddly, and round with short legs. Seeing them on social media makes them even more adorable. But in fact, obesity is posing many health risks to cats, which many owners may overlook. Why do cats become obese so easily? Most house cats live in confined spaces and have less activity than outdoor cats. They also receive high-energy, tasty processed food, making them easy to eat and enjoyable. When they eat too much but use little energy, their bodies accumulate fat, leading to obesity. Risks of Overweight Cats Allowing cats to become obese not only makes them walk limply, but also increases the risk of several serious diseases, such as feline diabetes (Diabetes Mellitus). Obese cats are at a higher risk of developing diabetes…
Kidney Stones, a problem that causes dogs and cats to be unable to urinate (Urinary Stones) Dogs can't urinate, cats go to the bathroom for a long time but only pee a little bit, or sometimes the urine that comes out is dark with blood mixed in. These problems may be caused by the urinary tract of the little ones that have sediment or mineral crystals accumulated, or what we know as kidney stones. Today, Talingchan Animal Hospital will answer questions about kidney stones for owners to hear what kidney stones are and how to deal with them. What are kidney stones? Kidney stones are caused by the accumulation of mineral sediment until it becomes a stone. It affects the health and behavior of pets. It is a health problem that occurs in the urinary tract. It can occur from the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra...
Many people, including pet owners, already know that sterilization is a permanent method of birth control. However, many people may not know that sterilization for dogs and cats also has other benefits besides birth control, such as reducing the chances of various diseases that may occur in our pets. Today, Talingchan Animal Hospital will share information about sterilization for dogs and cats. Sterilization of dogs and cats * Although sterilization can be started from 4 months old and up, in terms of appropriateness, it is recommended to be done at 6 months old and up for the safety of the sterilized pet. ** Sterilization does not only depend on the age of the dog or cat, but also the weight of the pet must be taken into account...
Did you know that short-legged pets, whether dogs or cats, may have some health problems related to their body structure that they are born with? Today, Talingchan Animal Hospital will tell you the main problems that may occur with your short-legged children. 🐶 Health problems of short-legged dogs such as Dachshunds, Corgis, Bulldogs, French Bulldogs, Basset Hounds, etc. 1. Joint and bone problems such as 1.1 Hip Dysplasia -…
Have you ever had your dog or cat eat food so fast that it causes bloating? Or sometimes chokes and is unable to eat any more food? If we were to say that this is a small problem that should not be overlooked by pet owners, it would not be an exaggeration. Because eating too fast has many negative effects that sometimes may even cause the death of your beloved pet.
Is there any house that raises short-faced dogs? Do the little ones have any strange symptoms, such as frequent wheezing, coughing, or easily tiring? These symptoms are not normal for pets in general, but are an abnormality in the physiology of short-faced dogs, which have large but short, flat skulls, causing the structure of the face, nose, and mouth to be short.
In order for the urinary tract to become infected, bacteria must first enter the urinary tract. The bacteria must adhere to the urinary tract lining. They will then multiply and remain in the urinary tract, causing inflammation. This inflammation is what causes animals to show various urinary tract symptoms. Therefore, if we want to prevent bacterial urinary tract infections, focusing on adhesion is the first thing to consider. This is called Anti-adhesive therapeutics. Anti-adhesive therapeutics uses a protein molecule called adhesin on bacterial fimbria (FimH), especially E. coli bacteria, which is the most common cause of urinary tract infections, to attach to receptors on the urinary tract lining. Once attached, the bacteria will multiply and cause inflammation. Therefore, anti-adhesive…