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Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS)
Overview French Bulldogs, Pugs, Shih Tzus, and Boxers and other breeds of dogs all have something in common: that familiar, endearing, smooshed-in face. There’s a name for that adorable face: brachycephalic. Unfortunately, because of this peculiar anatomy,...

Pets in Pain—and Fear: The Overlooked Aspect of Pain: Anxiety
When our beloved pets experience pain, it can be heart-wrenching to witness. They are often adept at hiding their discomfort, a survival instinct that traces back to their wild ancestors who needed to conceal their weakness from predators. This instinctual behavior...

Paws and Prebiotics: A Guide to Boosting Your Pet’s Gut Health
As we explored in last month’s edition of Paw for Sense about Probiotics, a significant aspect of our pets’ health often starts with a balanced and thriving gut. In recent years, the spotlight has been on prebiotics as a key ingredient in promoting digestive health...

Unleashing the Power of Probiotics in Veterinary Medicine: A Tail-Wagging Revolution
In recent years, the spotlight has increasingly turned towards probiotics as a powerhouse for maintaining optimal health in our furry companions. Probiotics (or “happy gut bacteria” as we like to call them), offer a plethora of advantages for our beloved pets as they...

Metabolic Syndrome in Pets and the Self-perpetuating Monster: FAT.
Metabolic Syndrome in Pets and the Self-perpetuating Monster: FAT. Metabolic syndrome in pets is a condition characterized by a combination of factors that increase the risk of various health problems, similar to metabolic syndrome in humans. Starts with Obesity and...

Pearly Whites and Healthy Hearts: Exploring the Link Between Systemic Health and Dental Disease in Dogs and Cats
The Ripple Effect on Systemic Health Dental disease doesn't stay confined to the mouth; it can have a ripple effect on the rest of the body. Bacteria from infected gums, periodontal pockets and dental abscesses gain access to the bloodstream every day. That bacteria...

February is well known as a month of love, which is the perfect opportunity to celebrate how your love and kindness has made a world of difference in the lives of others.
Two years ago, our Angel Fund was a lost memory filled with cobwebs rather than donations. However, our clients spread the story of one very lucky cat in desperate need, and suddenly love poured in, igniting a path of hope. Together, we saved his life and showed that...

Pet Acupuncture Now Available at Cimarron!
Acupuncture is the healing art of rebalancing the body’s energy to reduce pain and speed healing by the application of fine, filamentous needles into discreet areas of the body. It has been used with great success all over the world for centuries. Acupuncture has been...

Treat Your Cat’s Arthritis Pain with Solensia!
We are SOOOO excited to have a better way to treat cats with arthritis pain! A once-a-month injection: SOLENSIA. Virtually no side effects compared to our previous medication options. No fuss at home: You don't have pill your cat or hide medication in its food (which...

Inflation Money Badger sinks its teeth into Cimarron- some Prices Increase
The last month of 2021 brought a slew of letters from almost all of our medical supply vendors announcing substantial increases in pricing for medical supplies, medication and even Prescription foods (as if that wasn't expensive enough already!) As a result,...