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12/20/08
With the weather taking a turn for the worse I’ve been able to do some work on the site this week and contribute a few updates:
- New Ask the Vet — In this week’s questions we examine two unique issues. The first
question deals with carpal hyperextension and the ramifications to a
working dog. In the second we look at a frustrating nail condition and
delve into the subject of bringing in a specialist to help with a case. Read More Here. - Photo Gallery — I fell in love with these spaniels after spending some time with them. Here are some of the images I captured this year. CLICK HERE
- Case of the Month – Back on track here with a new case. December’s case of the month involves a wirehair with a severe bite
issue. The dog needed a $2,500 surgery; see how we managed the case for
about $10. I also take the time to discuss the importance of
specialists in the field of veterinary medicine. To read more CLICK HERE
We’re trying to get back on schedule with the podcasts as well. I’m hoping to hit a stride with them after the first of the year as well as introducing our first video podcast…stay tuned.
January 4th, 2009 at 10:09 am re case of the month: Isn’t it true that overbites will often self-correct because the lower jaw grows more slowly than the upper? I’ve heard this from show-dog breeders who prefer a slight overbite/scissors bite in a puppy, instead of a level bite or underbite which always worsen as the dog matures.
January 7th, 2009 at 5:43 am A lot depends on the severity and the degree of the change. The dog in this case would have had what I would term a “severe problem.” Often times on puppy exam I won’t get too worried about the mouth alignment, because as you mention, it will certainly change as the puppy matures.