Our Blogs

6 Common Dental Emergencies in Pets

February 1, 2023

While dental disease is the leading cause of chronic oral pain in pets, dental emergencies can result in acute pain and injury that requires immediate treatment.

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) in Dogs and Cats

January 18, 2023

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is one of the most common causes of chronic gastrointestinal symptoms in dogs and cats.

Megaesophagus in Dogs

December 21, 2022

Megaesophagus in dogs is an enlargement of the esophagus causing food and water to be easily regurgitated, putting pets at risk for aspiration pneumonia.

How to Gift a Pet Responsibly

December 7, 2022

We all love our pets, so it is no surprise that many people enjoy seeing the look of excitement on a family member or friend’s face when they are gifted one of their own! Although gifting pets is not preferred, if you are thinking of gifting one this holiday season, please keep these tips in mind to make sure the pet is being gifted responsibly.

MIMIC: Real Patient Story from A Real Pet Owner

November 23, 2022

Whiskey was disqualified from the many options for osteosarcoma treatment due to her lung metastases. Then they found Ethos Discovery.

Veterinary Oncology

November 15, 2022

Hearing your pet has cancer can be devastating, but advances in veterinary oncology are prolonging pet lives and improving their quality of life. In the last several years, veterinarians have made significant progress in better understanding how to approach cancer treatment, and this knowledge helps affected pets have better outcomes.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Mammary Tumors in Dogs & Cats

October 25, 2022

Did you know that mammary cancer is rated the third most common cancer in cats? It also accounts for 42% of all diagnosed tumors in female dogs, with a lifetime risk of 23-34%.

Celebrating Ethos Veterinary Technicians

October 16, 2022

Every veterinary technician has heard, “I would love to have your job. You get to wear scrubs and play with puppies all day.” However, this does not accurately represent the challenging job duties of these devoted individuals.

Preparing for Your Pet’s Surgery

October 12, 2022

Feeling anxious and overwhelmed when your pet needs surgery is understandable but knowing how to prepare for their procedure can help. Calm your worries by taking steps to ensure your pet is ready for surgery and to prepare your home for their recovery.

Accounting in Vet Med: You Can “Count” on Me

October 11, 2022

I work at the corporate office of Ethos. So, to be completely upfront, this isn’t a story of quick thinking or adrenaline rushes. In fact, this isn’t even really a singular story, but I think it should be shared.

9 Sports to Enrich Your Dog’s Life

October 6, 2022

Is your dog bored with your usual activities? Taking your dog for hikes and playing fetch are good ways to keep your energetic pup physically active but finding exciting sports classes for your dog will boost their workout and mental stimulation.

Ocean’s 11

October 4, 2022

I wasn’t even working on that Tuesday in April when a dog named Ocean came into our emergency hospital. I heard Ocean’s story days later with my mouth hanging open. It was one of those tales that can’t possibly be true, where you see it play out in your mind like a movie, and one that stuck with me as a defining moment of my veterinary career.