Dr. Rosemary LoGiudice's Animal Rehabilitation, Therapy & Sports Med. -ARTS

04/01/2025

Research info on genetic canine blindness - https://penntoday.upenn.edu/news/penn-vet-new-genetic-cause-blindness-dogs?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR1lKfNEbRFnvtvNJL8o7oI519GwlfUHoChtBSTHuGg8pG_NVX_AKGrixhk_aem_AsYrtOwdrPZ4wmg6A_TgmQ

In collaboration with a foundation that breeds service dogs for the visually impaired, researchers at the School of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and the University of Padova in Padova, Italy, have identified a novel variant associated with progressive retinal atrophy in thre...

03/21/2025

TICKS?? In March? YES!! You and your critters can be exposed to ticks YEAR-Round!!! Always be vigilant checking yourself and your dog(s), cats, etc. for ticks. On your dog, for example, because ticks like dark, warm places - think between toes, on ears (especially longer-eared dogs, on the underside), under the neck, under tails, in the groin area, etc.
Work with your primary care veterinarian to determine which method(s) of tick (& flea) prevention is best for your dog (or cat).
According to the IL Dept of Public Health: “Ticks can be active on winter days when the ground temperatures are about 45o Fahrenheit.”

https://dph.illinois.gov/topics-services/environmental-health-protection/structural-pest-control/common-ticks.html #:~:text=In%20Illinois%2C%20the%20adults%20are,and%20possibly%20ehrlichiosis%20to%20humans.

01/14/2025

This is a good general article about cold weather tips. Know your dog and what works best for him/her!

"Is it too cold for my dog?" Learn how cold weather affects dogs + what you can do to keep them safe and happy. Read more.

01/13/2025

It is an honor to get to speak at the Healing Oasis Wellness Center annual conference.

01/02/2025

Second raw pet food brand linked to bird flu in cats —

Another brand of raw pet food has been found to contain bird flu and has made at least five house cats presumably sick with the virus, health officials say.

12/18/2024

Watch for updates and an opportunity to provide comments --
(Photo for attention. ❤️)

12/15/2024

Here is timely information about some seasonal plants and pets.

The holidays are fast approaching—warn clients to keep these potentially hazardous plants out of reach of their furry companions.

11/23/2024

Please! Keep kennels and barns very clean — even dead “kissing bugs” can cause serious illness!!

https://www.facebook.com/share/1BBwWSkgAw/?mibextid=WC7FNe

A study on transmission of the parasite that causes Chagas disease in dog kennels encountered a surprising finding: a dead kissing bug with a still-viable parasite in its gut.

11/23/2024

As Dunkin, Vito, & I head home after finishing teaching in the Fall 2024 VSMT post graduate professional program, and congratulate all this class’ doctors on their anticipated successful completion and earning their CVSMT, we share this compilation from the nearly completed Module V.

11/09/2024

11/06/2024

Good information about health checks for English Springer Spaniels.
Health checks for breeding animal help improve the structure and health of the breed!

The English Springer Spaniel is a sweet-faced, lovable bird dog of great energy, stamina, and brains. Sport hunters appreciate the duality of working Springers: handsome, well mannered pets during the week, and trusty hunting, show and performance buddies on weekends.

Are you interested in this breed? The OFA, working with the English Springer Spaniel Field Trial Association, recommends the following basic health screening tests for all breeding stock:
- Hip Dysplasia (OFA or PennHip)
- Elbow Dysplasia
- ACVO Eye Exam
- Progressive Retinal Atrophy
- DNA Repository
Optional but recommended:
- FUCOSIDOSIS
- PFK
- Degenerative Myelopathy
- Autoimmune Thyroiditis
- Cardiac (Basic, congenital, or advanced via a cardiologist)

Dogs meeting these basic health screening requirements are issued Canine Health Information Center (CHIC) numbers. For potential puppy buyers, CHIC certification is a good indicator the breeder responsibly factors good health into their selection criteria.

For more information about the English Springer Spaniel, please visit the parent club website: https://englishspringerspaniels.org/
For more information about the CHIC program, check out the OFA: https://ofa.org/chic-programs/

10/28/2024

Enjoy National Chocolate Day, but don’t share with your dog. ❤️

It's one of the sweetest days of the year for humans - 🍫. Maybe not so much for your pet, though (especially your dog).

Chocolate toxicity is one of the most commonly treated toxicities in dogs, particularly during the holiday seasons. This chart spells out which types of chocolate are the most toxic.

10/18/2024

It’s heeeere — The FIRST tick (a “black legged” / “deer tick”) that was carrying the pathogen causing Ehrlichiosis was found in IL (Lake County). Add another tick-borne disease to the list that deer ticks carry! (…as well as diseases that other tick species carry…). Be diligent to check for ticks on yourself and your dogs!

https://dph.illinois.gov/resource-center/news/2024/october/release-20241018.html

10/13/2024

Recently reported study indicates neutering Labrador Retrievers younger than 12 months of age increases the possibility of cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) rupture.

09/30/2024

This is always a fantastic Conference! I am honored to be speaking on November 10.

You want to learn? This is the place!!!!   Conference Speaker SPOTLIGHT Dr. Rosemary LoGiudice Animal Rehabilitation Therapy & Sports Medicine, Yorkville, IL Titles: As Good As It Gets? - No! Improve

09/27/2024

Spent the afternoon providing VSMT (& love) to hard working therapy horses. ❤️

09/20/2024

Hot or overheating dog? What are some early signs? What to do??? Here is good research supporting what I have “preached” to my field trial and hunt test and hunting friends —
Cool the dog’s HEAD (& neck) FIRST!
You’ve GOT to cool the brain and its blood supply FIRST.

https://www.avma.org/news/press-releases/cooler-heads-prevail-new-research-reveals-best-way-prevent-dogs-overheating?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR2AJKiw-ptF-v4GY7cCUsPoIZaspXWUHR_KmtYG0gCcWUc_AwzWa8BhRy0_aem_PTb7FGDtkdfMqJRk4xjjPg