Frequently Asked Questions

If your dog or cat has blood in its urine, ask your local veterinarian about the following possible conditions: Bladder stones - most common Urinary tract infections - common Bladder or urethral cancer - common Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease - common Prostate problems in intact male dogs such as enlarged prostate gland - uncommon Bleeding from a kidney - rare Trauma or injury to the urinary tract - rare Blood clotting disorders such as von Willebrand's disease or thrombocytopenia - rare Exposure to toxic substances such as rat poison - rare. If your pet has blood in their urine, it's important to seek veterinary care as soon as possible to determine the underlying cause and to prevent potential complications. If your pet gets diagnosed with an unknown cause for blood in the urine, bladder stones or bladder or urethral cancer, contact us to learn more about our non-invasive solutions!

If your dog or cat sneezes repeatedly and for an extended amount of time, or has nasal discharge, ask your local veterinarian about the following possible conditions: Nasal cancer - most common Chronic rhinitis and sinusitis - very common Upper respiratory infections caused by viruses and bacteria - common Nasal aspergillus (fungal) infection - common Foreign objects lodged in the nasal cavity - common Allergies to pollen, dust, or other irritants - less common Dental problems such as tooth root abscess - less common Parasitic infections such as nasal mites - less common Autoimmune diseases affecting the respiratory system - rare If your pet continues to sneeze or has nasal discharge, it's important to seek veterinary care as soon as possible to determine the underlying cause and to prevent potential complications. Early diagnosis is essential to a good outcome. If your pet has an unknown cause for sneezing and nasal discharge, is diagnosed with nasal cancer, a foreign object lodged in the nasal cavity or chronic rhinitis, contact us to learn more about our non-invasive solutions!

If your pet has a cough, ask your local veterinarian about the following: Kennel cough (in dogs), also known as canine infectious tracheobronchitis - most common Other respiratory infections caused by viruses, bacteria, or fungi - common Chronic bronchitis - common Bronchitis or asthma in cats - common Tracheal or bronchial collapse in small dog breeds - common Heart disease resulting in congestive heart failure - common Lung cancer - common Foreign objects lodged in the respiratory tract - less common Allergies to pollen, dust, or other environmental irritants - less common Heartworm disease, which can cause coughing in dogs - rare in Utah If your pet has a persistent or recurrent cough, it's important to seek veterinary care as soon as possible to determine the underlying cause and to prevent potential complications. If your pet has an unknown cause for cough or is diagnosed with tracheal collapse, bronchitis or a bronchial foreign body, contact us to learn how to determine what is wrong and discover non-invasive solutions!

If your dog or cat swallowed a foreign object, here's what you can do: 1. Don't panic: Stay calm and assess the situation. Determine what the object is and how big it is. 2. Call your local veterinarian: Contact your veterinarian or an emergency veterinary clinic as soon as possible. They can provide you with guidance on what to do next based on the specific situation and may recommend that you bring your pet in for an examination. 3. Observe your pet: Watch your pet closely for any signs of distress, choking, or breathing difficulties. If your pet is having trouble breathing, take them to the veterinarian immediately. 4. Do not induce vomiting: Do not try to induce vomiting unless instructed to do so by a veterinarian. Some objects can cause damage to the esophagus or other organs if they are vomited up. 5. After visiting your local veterinarian, contact us to remove the foreign object with our safe and non surgical solutions! Remember, swallowing foreign objects can be a serious situation and prompt veterinary attention is essential. Gastric foreign bodies should be removed as soon as possible to prevent them from moving into the intestinal tract. Contact us to learn more about our non invasive solutions for removing a foreign object from your pet!

If your dog or cat is continuously vomiting, ask your local veterinarian about the following conditions: Gastrointestinal disease (dietary intolerance or allergy) resulting in vomiting, diarrhea or anorexia - most common Foreign bodies or obstructions in the digestive tract - common Dietary indiscretion (eating garbage) - common Cancer affecting the digestive system - common Cancer of other organs - common Medications that cause nausea or loss of appetite - common Viral infections affecting the digestive system (puppies/kittens) - common Pancreatitis - common Ingestion of toxic substances such as household chemicals or plants - less common Organ failure, kidney or liver disease - less common Sepsis or peritonitis - less common Intestinal parasites - less common If your pet is vomiting repeatedly, it's important to seek veterinary care as soon as possible to determine the underlying cause and to prevent potential complications such as dehydration and malnutrition. If your dog or cat is diagnosed with disease of the stomach and intestines, gastric foreign body, stomach blockage or cancer, contact us to see what we can do to find out what is wrong and discover our non-invasive solutions!

If your dog or cat has blood in their stool, ask your local veterinarian about the following possible conditions: Gastrointestinal disease (dietary intolerance or allergy) - most common Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) - common Colitis or inflammation of the colon - common Gastrointestinal infections caused by viruses, bacteria, or parasites - common Hemorrhagic gastroenteritis (HGE) - less common Tumors or polyps in the digestive system - less common Gastrointestinal ulcers or bleeding - less common Intestinal blockages or obstructions - less common If your pet has blood in their stool, it's important to seek veterinary care as soon as possible to determine the underlying cause and to prevent potential complications. If your pet has an unknown cause for blood in the stool or is diagnosed with a rectal polyp, contact us to learn more about our safe, noninvasive solutions!