Dr. Lauren Demos
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As a veterinarian, Lauren is happy to share her rich experience in emergency medicine and cats, with our readers. She enjoys sharing helpful, real life tips for having pets as part of your life, and what to do in critical situations. Lauren is a vet with over a decade of experience in cats and dogs, along with infectious diseases. She enjoys teaching, and lectures for students, pet owners, and clinicians, on various topics. Lauren received her degrees from Murdoch University, in Perth.Archive
Dental disease is such a common issue in dogs, that it is critical to be aware of the possible types and causes in your pup. Further, because it can be extremely painful, and can lead to serious complications, such as...
Most of us know firsthand how terrible a GI upset can be and have experienced nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. It is much the same for dogs with gastrointestinal upset. When it comes to pancreatitis, think of that as GI upset...
Patellar luxation in dogs can range from a simple annoyance, to something that causes limping, arthritis, and more. The fancy term of patellar luxation basically means that the kneecap slips out of the normal position on the hind leg Depending...
Pancreatitis can be a severe, painful, debilitating disease in humans and dogs alike. Because this organ plays so many important functions within the body, inflammation within the pancreas (known as pancreatitis) can cause effects far beyond the pancreas itself. Pancreatitis...
It is always tempting to look for home remedies that might help with various medical conditions in our pets, as the natural inclination is to help our pets in any way we can when they get sick. Pancreatitis is a...
When humans are sick, especially with gastrointestinal upset, one of the first things we often reach for is some Pedialyte to help keep us hydrated, and calm our nausea. Pancreatitis is one type of gastrointestinal upset that can happen to...
We spend lots of time considering which foods suit us, but pet parents are also picky about which brands are best for their pups. Some switch to new formulas when they determine the old food isn’t very nutritious. With all...
There are so many types of food available these days for pets! Finding the right one for your dog can be hugely challenging. While it may initially appear simple, once you start to break down the number of possible choices,...
We spend a lot of time thinking about feeding ourselves and our families, and it’s easy—find a recipe, order takeout, or sign up for home delivery, and mostly, eat what tastes good! But how do you pick an all-important food...
