Frequently Asked Emergency Question 7
My dog vomited once; do I need to come to the emergency room? As a general rule, it is always safest to have you pet evaluated by a veterinarian when…
Frequently Asked Emergency Question 6
My dog had a seizure, what should I do? Dogs and cats can have seizures for numerous reasons ranging from epilepsy to low blood sugar to cancer. If you pet…
Mr. Biscuit’s recovery at Metropolitan
Our doctors and nurses are working around the clock to care for The Grannie Project's Mr. Biscuit. He was found in the engine of a Good Samaritan's car after he…
Max’s Road to Recovery – Fox 29 News Story
Metropolitan's Dr. Timothy Schwab, nurse Randi, and Home at Last Dog Rescue's Chrissie, along with little Max were on Fox 29 news. Max suffered major injury to his head an…
Our Cardiologist Dr. Roland and C.H.O.P.’s BUDDY WALK
Our Cardiologist Dr. Risa Roland will be participating in Children's Hospital of Philadelphia's annual BUDDY WALK October 5, 2014. Location: Villanova University Stadium More than 3,300 parents, grandparents and children…
Frequently Asked Emergency Question 5
My cat is squinting one eye, what should I do? Pets can squint for many reasons ranging from a corneal ulcer to glaucoma. If your cat or dog is suddenly…
Trigeminal Neuritis
By Dr. Jerry Northington Trigeminal Neuritis Trigeminal neuritis is a poorly understood, probably inflammatory or autoimmune disease affecting some branches of the trigeminal nerve (Cranial Nerve V). Animals are presented…
Canine Splenic Hemangiosarcoma
Canine Splenic Hemangiosarcoma Question: My 10 year old Golden Retriever, Gracie, was recently diagnosed with a ruptured splenic mass. She had surgery performed to stop the bleeding and remove the…