Anesthesia for dental procedures
December 22, 2009 by J.C. Burcham, DVM
Filed under Dentistry
When I inform a pet owner that I recommend a prophy, or teeth cleaning, I’m often asked, “Do you have to put him under anesthesia to do that?” But the REAL question they’re asking is, “Is it safe to put my pet under anesthesia?” If there’s one thing I could effectively convey to the general… Read more
Periodontal Therapy (Prophy)
December 9, 2009 by J.C. Burcham, DVM
Filed under Dentistry
It is very important for you to know that not all veterinary hospitals approach anesthesia and periodontal procedures in the same way. Advancements in veterinary medicine have allowed these procedures to be much safer than ever before. You can be confident that your pet… Read more
Pain Management Options at OAH
December 8, 2009 by Matt Peuser, DVM
Filed under Pain Management
PAIN PAIN GO AWAY!!! Osteoarthritis is the most common cause of pain in older pets. Most pets do not show outright signs of pain; rather, their pain is more subtle. If your pet is slow to rise or cannot go up and down stairs as easily as he used to then he is likely in pain. If he is… Read more


