Many people outside the veterinary world are not aware that fluid therapy is actually one of the most common therapies provided in small animal medicine. Patients can be given fluids by several different methods and for many different reasons.

GDV (Gastric Dilatation and Volvulus, aka "Bloat") can be fatal in dogs. It occurs quickly and it is important for owners to be aware of signs and symptoms related to this condition.

Pancreatitis is defined as “inflammation of the pancreas”. Most likely, you have heard of this condition in humans, but maybe you didn’t know that this can also occur in dogs (and cats!). The pancreas is integral for the digestion of foods, producing enzymes that digest foods, and producing insulin. It is a busy little organ!