Coronavirus: What we know as it relates to pets As Metropolitan Veterinary Associates is sure you are all aware, Coronavirus (Covid-19) is dominating the headlines, and the number of cases in the US is expected to increase in the immediate…
Poison Prevention Awareness By Alyssa Mages, BS, CVT | Development and Education Coordinator There are numerous monthly events for us to be aware of for our furry family members and falling under the umbrella of pet safety is one that…
MVA Monthly Mouthful - Pet Dental Health Month By Alyssa Mages, BS, CVT | Development and Education Coordinator Open wide! It’s time for your dental evaluation and cleaning, please sit still, OK to rinse/spit, and don’t bite down – let…
Feline Kidney Disease By Dr. Leslie Kuczynski, VMD, DACVIM | Internal Medicine The kidneys play a crucial role in a cat’s wellbeing, affecting everything from waste excretion to hormones to blood pressure. Kidney failure is one of the leading causes…
What is Canine Lymphoma? By Dr. Suzanne Rau, DVM, DACVIM (Oncology) | Oncology Canine lymphoma is one of the most common forms of cancer seen by the oncology department. Lymphoma originates from a type of white blood cell in the…
Happy Cat Lovers' Month By Alyssa Mages, BS, CBT/Development and Education Coordinator “It’s the most wonderful time, of the year!” What a true sentiment this is, as I am proudly and out-loudly a cat lover myself. Please don’t get me…
What is Canine Melanoma? By Dr. Suzanne Rau, DVM, DACVIM (Oncology) | Oncology Melanomas are tumors of pigment cells in dogs that can be malignant. If you suspect that your dog has a melanoma, your veterinarian can make recommendations regarding further…
It’s that time of year, when the hustle and bustle of getting children ready to go back to school has started. We’re all darting out for last minute school supplies, arranging travel schedules, and managing after school activities. During these…
Canine Degenerative Myelopathy By Dr. Lisa Lipitz, VMD, DACVIM (Neurology)| Neurology Canine degenerative myelopathy (DM) is a late onset, slowly progressive degenerative disorder of the spinal cord white matter. It primarily affects large breed dogs with a mean age of…
Spotlight on Canine Adult Generalized Demodicosis By Dr. Karen Farver, DVM, DACVD | Dermatology Canine adult generalized demodicosis is a noncontagious parasitic follicular skin disease associated with a genetic or immunologic disorder. It occurs when a dog, older than 18…