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Cherry Eye in Dogs: Is Cherry Eye Painful? It often starts with a quick glance during a normal day — your dog looks up, and suddenly there’s a red, swollen mass in the corner of their eye that wasn’t there before. Many pet owners immediately worry: Is this painful? Is something seriously wrong? Cherry eye…

Foreign Body Surgery in Dogs Foreign body surgery in dogs is one of the most common emergency procedures we perform, and it often begins with a simple moment most pet owners never see — a missing sock, a chewed toy, or a curious dog exploring the world with their mouth. Dogs experience life through chewing…

Dog Bladder Stones: Symptoms & Treatment A dog that suddenly starts asking to go outside more often, strains during urination, or has accidents in the house can leave any pet owner feeling uneasy. In some cases, these subtle but persistent changes point to dog bladder stones, a condition where mineral deposits form in the bladder…

When Should You Neuter a Cat? When people ask us when to neuter a cat, the answer often comes into focus during a familiar moment: Your kitten starts to grow, their personality shifts, and you begin to notice subtle changes that signal they are maturing. In most cases, veterinarians recommend neutering male cats around 4…

What Does a Spay Scar Look Like? A spay scar is usually small, clean, and surprisingly subtle once healing is complete. In most cases, it appears as a thin line or faint mark along the midline of the abdomen, often becoming less noticeable over time. At Humane Animal Medical & Surgical Hospital in Plano, TX,…

Spay Recovery Time: What to Expect After a Spay Procedure After a spay procedure, your pet comes home a little sleepy, moving slower than usual, and you may find yourself watching every step she takes. Most dogs and cats recover from a spay procedure within 10 to 14 days, though the first few days tend…

Dog Tore Their ACL: Does My Dog Need ACL Surgery? A dog with a torn ACL often shows up as a sudden limp, a hesitation to jump, or a change in how they move through daily routines. One day your dog is running across the yard, and the next, they seem uncomfortable putting weight on…

Cat Tail Pull Injury: Everything You Need to Know A sudden yelp, a limp tail, and a change in your cat’s behavior can quickly turn an ordinary day into a moment of concern. A cat tail pull injury, also known as a tail traction injury, occurs when force stretches or damages the nerves at the…