by Harrisburg Regional Veterinary Surgical Specialty | Jun 3, 2025 | Blog
Charlie, a sweet 9 year old Basset Hound, was in serious trouble. His signs were really minor, but what was growing inside was shocking. Interestingly, the mass was found by accident. Charlie’s owner recalls: “We had noticed lumps on Charlie’s hip and belly. We had...
by Harrisburg Regional Veterinary Surgical Specialty | Apr 2, 2025 | Blog
I was very fortunate to recently visit South Africa and Zimbabwe after a veterinary conference. Since 100% of the pet owners we meet are animal lovers, I thought I would share some information and pictures about his incredible trip. South Africa, a land renowned for...
by Harrisburg Regional Veterinary Surgical Specialty | Mar 5, 2025 | Blog
Willie, a 12-year-old kitty, was limping on his left back leg after trauma of unknown origin. His owner explains: “That evening, Willie didn’t come home at his usual time. I had a bad feeling, so I tracked him down with the radio-tracking device fitted to his collar....
by Harrisburg Regional Veterinary Surgical Specialty | Feb 4, 2025 | Blog
I was very fortunate to recently visit South Africa and Zimbabwe after a veterinary conference. Since 100% of the pet owners we meet are animal lovers, I thought I would share some information and pictures about his incredible trip. In the heart of South Africa and...
by Harrisburg Regional Veterinary Surgical Specialty | Jan 7, 2025 | Blog
Chewy, a 3 year old Bulldog, was in a strange situation. He also had a strange condition: a “screw tail.” What is that? Also called corkscrew tail, ingrown tail or tail fold dermatitis, it involves a convoluted, infected, smelly, and painful skin fold around the tail....
