In the multivariate logistic regression analysis, the absence of pyloroplasty was the sole risk factor for more than 10% weight loss (OR: 3.22; 95% CI: 1.08-11.9; P = 0.036). Our data suggest that pyloroplasty with esophagectomy can overcome the post-surgical weight loss. Why is Pyloroplasty done? Why the Procedure isRead More →

The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) recently changed its position on this inhumane procedure and now deems debarking unethical. The AVMA also opposes “convenience devocalization as a non-therapeutic procedure that negatively impacts the welfare of the dog.” Can you still debark a dog? Debarking should only be performed by aRead More →

In the multivariate logistic regression analysis, the absence of pyloroplasty was the sole risk factor for more than 10% weight loss (OR: 3.22; 95% CI: 1.08-11.9; P = 0.036). Our data suggest that pyloroplasty with esophagectomy can overcome the post-surgical weight loss. Why is Pyloroplasty done? Why the Procedure isRead More →

The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) recently changed its position on this inhumane procedure and now deems debarking unethical. The AVMA also opposes “convenience devocalization as a non-therapeutic procedure that negatively impacts the welfare of the dog.” Can you still debark a dog? Debarking should only be performed by aRead More →