Who hasn’t heard the famous Hippocrates quote, “Let food be thy medicine, and medicine be thy food”? Although we usually think of this as applying to us humans, it’s just as relevant for man’s best friend. And it especially holds true if your canine companion is suffering from arthritis. Here at TopDog Health, we believe…
If your dog is suffering from arthritis, you’re certainly not alone. Arthritis is one of the most common degenerative diseases I see in my canine patients. In fact, by the time a dog reaches 8 years of age, they have an 80% chance of having arthritis. So the burning questions I hear from my patient’s…
The holidays are here, which means the season of wonderful times with family, friends, and food is upon us. Since our dogs are part of the family, it’s only natural to want to share the festivities (and the food) with them… and we say the more the merrier! Here at TopDog Health, we believe that…
Increased Joint Stiffness and Discomfort Greater Danger of Slipping/Falling and Exposure to Toxins Difficulty Regulating Body Temperature in Sick or Elderly Dogs Increased Risk of Disorientation Altered Metabolism Susceptibility to Frostbite Potential Skin Irritation Risk of Being Left in Cold Cars While it’s tempting to think your dog’s fur coat will provide everything they need…
What if we told you there was an effective, non-invasive, drug-free, and relatively inexpensive way to treat joint issues like arthritis, tendon and ligament injuries, surgical wounds, and a host of other conditions in your dog… one that would cause them absolutely no pain and that they may even like? Enter Cold Laser Therapy. Although…
In recent years, with the explosion of Amazon and other large online retailers like Chewy, there has been a massive surge in the number of dog joint supplements marketed directly to consumers like yourself. It used to be that when you noticed a problem with your dog’s joints, you would simply go to your veterinarian.…
Every day in my practice, I encounter overweight pets. And year after year, when these dogs and their owners return for their health and wellness check-ups with me, these animals have never lost a pound – or in most cases, have gained even more weight. The majority of the time, the clients will look at…
Many people seek alternative methods for their pets and acupuncture tends to be a sought-out therapy now more than ever. Acupuncture has been used in China for thousands of years to treat several conditions as well as to maintain overall health. Veterinary acupuncture started with treating horses over a thousand years ago and as time…
I often get asked, “Why did you want to become a veterinarian?” As many of you know, my father is also a veterinarian. He just recently retired after over 50 years in practice. What an amazing professional career he had devoted all those years to helping heal animals and keeping them well. I wish all…
