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Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome in Dogs and Corrective MeasuresApril 21, 2019What does brachycephalic mean? Brachy means shortened and cephalic means head. Therefore, brachycephalic dogs have skull bones that are shortened in length, giving…
Total Ear Canal Ablation and Bulla Osteotomy (TECA-BO)April 21, 2019What is a TECA-BO? The term TECA-BO is an abbreviation for Total Ear Canal Ablation and Bulla Osteotomy. This surgery…
Ultrasound Services at Saint FrancisApril 20, 2019What is an ultrasound? An ultrasound examination, also known as ultrasonography, is a non-invasive imaging technique that allows internal body structures…
Glaucoma and Treatments at Saint FrancisApril 20, 2019What is glaucoma? Glaucoma is a disease of the eye in which the pressure within the eye, called the intraocular pressure (IOP) is…
Cataracts in Dogs & CatsApril 20, 2019What is a cataract? Inside the eye is a lens that focuses light on the back of the eye or the retina. Vision…
Cherry Eye & EntropionApril 20, 2019What is “cherry eye”? “Cherry eye” is a common term for prolapse of the gland of the third eyelid, or nictitans…
Hernia and Treatment/Procedure Options for PetsApril 20, 2019Hiatal Hernia in Pets A hernia occurs when one part of your body or part of an organ protrudes through a gap…
We’re certified “Cat Friendly” by the American Association of Feline PractitionersApril 9, 2019Saint Francis Veterinary Center is designated as a certified “Cat Friendly” practice by the American Association of Feline Practitioners, which…
Cranial Cruciate Ligament Repair at Saint Francis: TPLO, ECLS & Tight Rope® ProceduresApril 9, 2019One of the most common injuries to the knee of dogs is tearing of the cranial cruciate ligament (CCL). This…
Bloat/Gastric Dilatation and Volvulus (GDV) in DogsMarch 17, 2019Bloat/GDV is an urgent, life-threatening disorder. If you suspect your dog is experiencing symptoms of bloat/GDV, you are strongly encouraged…
