Prisky Paws

My dogs are going for their annual teeth cleaning surgery this week and prior to surgery the vet does a blood work exam to clear them on if they can be put under with anesthesia. I'm sure that vets use different names for these tests but I am going to be listing everything as it is on my invoice and exam. On both my dogs the vet drew blood for a Superchemistry and CBC/Differential . These were two separate charges and two separate sections on the blood exam itself which I will get into a little later. I will be going in order of explaining each item as it appears on my dogs blood exam. As far as ranges are concerned I take that they range differently depending on the breed and the size of the dog. I will be using the ranges listed on my exam as the "Adult Reference Range" from ANTECH diagnostics. Blood tests are not only used before teeth cleaning procedures, blood exams certify good health and indicate if your pup is healthy and free of disease or inf...

I love my dogs, I love all dogs, and I love to blog! Here is my entry to blog my way into BarkWorld2012! Eukanuba, I ask you - shouldn't the winner be someone who has an insatiable appetite for fun, a purse filled with about 3 gadgets that can take a picture/video at any given moment, and someone who cares about providing and being a voice on what products/food are good for your pet? Did you answer yes? - Well keep on reading! It's safe to say that I love dogs more than I love humans and how could anyone blame me? Those wet nose kisses and wagging tails just about make my day, everyday. I can never get enough. How can anyone possibly reciprocate the amount of unconditional love that they bring into our lives? Well, we can spoil them with treats and toys, but who is telling us if those toys and treats are safe? Sure you'll read on the packaging "your dog will love this" or "tasty and delicious" but how can you be sure? We certainly ...