People aren't the only ones to suffer from arthritis. One Kansas State University professor says hip dysplasia in pets is similar to arthritis in people and is one of the most common ailments in dogs. A new animal transportation service at Kansas State University promises to be the next best thing to a house call. Dr. William Fortney, professor of veterinary medicine at Kansas State University, offers these tips for keeping your pet safe through the Fourth of July holiday. Sounds exciting but your scaly new friend may be a health hazard for you and your family.
Every dog is a potential victim of summer's heat.
Before you pack your pet's pup tent and head for that special camping spot, Dr. William Fortney, assistant professor of clinical sciences at Kansas State University, offers a few safety suggestions for your trip. The best selling animal health product ever is one of the newest flea-control methods available. Brad Fenwick and Laine Cowan, veterinarians at K-State's College of Veterinary Medicine, believe the similarity of Alabama Rot in greyhounds and E. coli food poisoning in humans will provide a major step in researching the diseases caused by the deadly bacteria Escherichia coli, commonly known as E. coli. Exercise is a great way to get your body into shape, but jogging with your dog might not always be such a good idea. Some of these gifts may include baby ducks, rabbits or chicks.