Pet of the Month Archive

  • “Abigail” Sydney – Dachshund Abigail is a 5-year-old Dachshund that presented to Rocky Mountain Veterinary Neurology for further assessment of hind limb weakness and wobbliness. Signs had been present for...

    Pet of the Month: February 2012

    “Abigail” Sydney – Dachshund Abigail is a 5-year-old Dachshund that presented to Rocky Mountain Veterinary Neurology for further assessment of hind limb weakness and wobbliness. Signs had been present for...

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  • “Welby” Whitlock – Border collie Welby is a Border collie that initially came to see Dr. Lane in June of 2007. In April of 2007 Welby started favoring her right...

    Pet of the Month: January 2012

    “Welby” Whitlock – Border collie Welby is a Border collie that initially came to see Dr. Lane in June of 2007. In April of 2007 Welby started favoring her right...

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  • “Zeus” Beeghly – Terrier-mix Zeus is an 8 year-old Terrier-mix who presented to Rocky Mountain Veterinary Neurology in August of 2012. During the previous week Zeus became lethargic, developed back...

    Pet of the Month: December 2011

    “Zeus” Beeghly – Terrier-mix Zeus is an 8 year-old Terrier-mix who presented to Rocky Mountain Veterinary Neurology in August of 2012. During the previous week Zeus became lethargic, developed back...

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  • “Emma” Cox: Emma is a 13-year-old DSH cat that came to Rocky Mountain Veterinary Neurology in September of 2011. Emma experienced sudden onset of inability to walk on all limbs...

    Pet of the Month: November 2011

    “Emma” Cox: Emma is a 13-year-old DSH cat that came to Rocky Mountain Veterinary Neurology in September of 2011. Emma experienced sudden onset of inability to walk on all limbs...

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  • “Charity” Russell – Miniature Pincher Charity Russell is a Miniature Pincher owned by Wendy Russell. In December 2006 Charity had an episode of severe neck pain and an acute onset...

    Pet of the Month: October 2011

    “Charity” Russell – Miniature Pincher Charity Russell is a Miniature Pincher owned by Wendy Russell. In December 2006 Charity had an episode of severe neck pain and an acute onset...

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  • “Stitch” Demetrion – Labrador Retriever Stitch was referred to Rocky Mountain Veterinary Neurology on March 30, 2011 for neurological evaluation. The previous night, Stitch became acutely tetraparetic (weak in all...

    Pet of the Month: September 2011

    “Stitch” Demetrion – Labrador Retriever Stitch was referred to Rocky Mountain Veterinary Neurology on March 30, 2011 for neurological evaluation. The previous night, Stitch became acutely tetraparetic (weak in all...

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  • Julie & Jeff Hill. “Shayla” Julie Hill has been a long time client of the Veterinary Referral Center of Colorado. Julie was first seen in 2002. Julie has presented 5...

    Owner of the Month: October 2011

    Julie & Jeff Hill. “Shayla” Julie Hill has been a long time client of the Veterinary Referral Center of Colorado. Julie was first seen in 2002. Julie has presented 5...

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  • “Barney” Sexton – St. Bernard Barney presented to Rocky Mountain Veterinary Neurology in January of 2007 as an 8 year old St. Bernard with progressive weakness of his hind limbs....

    Pet of the Month: August 2011

    “Barney” Sexton – St. Bernard Barney presented to Rocky Mountain Veterinary Neurology in January of 2007 as an 8 year old St. Bernard with progressive weakness of his hind limbs....

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  • “Bear” Johnson – Bernese mountain dog As a young Bernese mountain dog, Bear was diagnosed with a lack of development of his external ear canals resulting in deafness. This did...

    Pet of the Month: July 2011

    “Bear” Johnson – Bernese mountain dog As a young Bernese mountain dog, Bear was diagnosed with a lack of development of his external ear canals resulting in deafness. This did...

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  • “Max” O’Shea – Crossbreed Bull terrier Renee and Eliot have been the proud parents of Max, a crossbreed Bull terrier, for about 10 years.  He was rescued from the Humane...

    Pet of the Month: June 2011

    “Max” O’Shea – Crossbreed Bull terrier Renee and Eliot have been the proud parents of Max, a crossbreed Bull terrier, for about 10 years.  He was rescued from the Humane...

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  • “Buster” Berry – Chocolate Labrador Buster is a handsome 2-year-old Chocolate Lab, who lives at home with his parents and his two human older brothers.  He lives the typical active...

    Pet of the Month: April 2011

    “Buster” Berry – Chocolate Labrador Buster is a handsome 2-year-old Chocolate Lab, who lives at home with his parents and his two human older brothers.  He lives the typical active...

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  • “Delilah” Fuehrer – Mastiff Delilah is a social and active 6 1/2 year old Mastiff who presented for further assessment of progressive weakness in her hind limbs. Following her initial...

    Pet of the Month: March 2011

    “Delilah” Fuehrer – Mastiff Delilah is a social and active 6 1/2 year old Mastiff who presented for further assessment of progressive weakness in her hind limbs. Following her initial...

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  • “Brautwurst” Scott – Dachshund Brautwurst is a 4-year-old male Dachshund with a laid-back demeanor and affectionate attitude. Brautwurst presented with a history of back pain that was treated medically by...

    Pet of the Month: February 2011

    “Brautwurst” Scott – Dachshund Brautwurst is a 4-year-old male Dachshund with a laid-back demeanor and affectionate attitude. Brautwurst presented with a history of back pain that was treated medically by...

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  • “Meka” Hooks – Doberman Meka Hooks presented to Rocky Mountain Veterinary Neurology with a very vibrant, shy and stubborn personality. Meka was experiencing progressive gaiting difficulty characterized by slipping, sliding,...

    Pet of the Month: January 2011

    “Meka” Hooks – Doberman Meka Hooks presented to Rocky Mountain Veterinary Neurology with a very vibrant, shy and stubborn personality. Meka was experiencing progressive gaiting difficulty characterized by slipping, sliding,...

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  • “Isabella” Paxton – Shih Tzu Who could resist a face like this? Isabella presented to Rocky Mountain Veterinary Neurology for further assessment of collapse, apnea and seizures. An acute onset...

    Pet of the Month: November 2010

    “Isabella” Paxton – Shih Tzu Who could resist a face like this? Isabella presented to Rocky Mountain Veterinary Neurology for further assessment of collapse, apnea and seizures. An acute onset...

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  • “Shay” Nelson – Dachshund “We are writing to give a testimonial to Dr. Lane on behalf of our beloved longhaired Dachshund Shay Nelson. At five years old Dr. Lane did...

    Pet of the Month: October 2010

    “Shay” Nelson – Dachshund “We are writing to give a testimonial to Dr. Lane on behalf of our beloved longhaired Dachshund Shay Nelson. At five years old Dr. Lane did...

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  • “Tabby” Applegate – Domestic Shorthair Tabby presented to Rocky Mountain Veterinary Neurology in October of 2008 suffering from continuous generalized and partial seizures. The onset of neurological change was sudden...

    Pet of the Month: September 2010

    “Tabby” Applegate – Domestic Shorthair Tabby presented to Rocky Mountain Veterinary Neurology in October of 2008 suffering from continuous generalized and partial seizures. The onset of neurological change was sudden...

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  • “MacTavish Eastman” -Mastiff Growing up without a house of loving owners can often take a personality in the wrong direction. MacTavish endured multiple homes and owners as a puppy and...

    Pet of the Month: August 2010

    “MacTavish Eastman” -Mastiff Growing up without a house of loving owners can often take a personality in the wrong direction. MacTavish endured multiple homes and owners as a puppy and...

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  • “Murphy” Homersham–Terrier Mix Pain can cripple the best, dogs included.  Add the inability to function to this handicap and a great family member’s life can be forever changed. Murphy presented...

    Pet of the Month: July 2010

    “Murphy” Homersham–Terrier Mix Pain can cripple the best, dogs included.  Add the inability to function to this handicap and a great family member’s life can be forever changed. Murphy presented...

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  • “Ebony” Golaszewski Ebony always has a smile on her face, despite adversity. Ebony enjoys running with her 4-legged family members above all else. Suddenly unable to walk on all legs...

    Pet of the Month: June 2010

    “Ebony” Golaszewski Ebony always has a smile on her face, despite adversity. Ebony enjoys running with her 4-legged family members above all else. Suddenly unable to walk on all legs...

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  • “Shadow” Zonker – Shih Tzu After experiencing sudden onset of seizures, Shadow began a life-long association with Rocky Mountain Veterinary Neurology. Through the adversity of seizures and repeated hospitalizations, Shadow...

    Pet of the Month: May 2010

    “Shadow” Zonker – Shih Tzu After experiencing sudden onset of seizures, Shadow began a life-long association with Rocky Mountain Veterinary Neurology. Through the adversity of seizures and repeated hospitalizations, Shadow...

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  • “Buddy” Helling – Corgi Buddy was an active part of the Helling family until a sudden onset of severe pain stopped his days of fun. Buddy was referred to Rocky...

    Pet of the Month: May 2010 #2

    “Buddy” Helling – Corgi Buddy was an active part of the Helling family until a sudden onset of severe pain stopped his days of fun. Buddy was referred to Rocky...

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  • “Rosie Sedona” Abbott – Dachshund Rosie enjoyed a wonderful lifestyle with her parents until she began to slow down and become painful. In late March, Rosie was reluctant to move,...

    Pet of the Month: April 2010

    “Rosie Sedona” Abbott – Dachshund Rosie enjoyed a wonderful lifestyle with her parents until she began to slow down and become painful. In late March, Rosie was reluctant to move,...

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  • “Noelle” Byrum – Dachshund Racing and playing with the other dogs one moment, unable to walk on all legs the next. What a stress! What a face! Noelle presented to...

    Pet of the Month: April 2010 #3

    “Noelle” Byrum – Dachshund Racing and playing with the other dogs one moment, unable to walk on all legs the next. What a stress! What a face! Noelle presented to...

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  • “Nessie” Lewis – Dachshund Nessie was an active, energetic dog, keeping the Lewis family moving at all times. Nessie experienced a sudden onset of pelvic limb dysfunction and dragging her...

    Pet of the Month: April 2010 #4

    “Nessie” Lewis – Dachshund Nessie was an active, energetic dog, keeping the Lewis family moving at all times. Nessie experienced a sudden onset of pelvic limb dysfunction and dragging her...

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  • “Casey” Khalilian – Corgi An appetite for good biscuits is not a question for Casey and his housemate. If mom cannot make them quick enough, Casey is always happy to...

    Pet of the Month: March 2010 #2

    “Casey” Khalilian – Corgi An appetite for good biscuits is not a question for Casey and his housemate. If mom cannot make them quick enough, Casey is always happy to...

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  • “Macho” Hanahan – Maine Coon Macho is truly a lucky cat at home with his family. Macho is fortunate to have loving owners who are willing to provide the care...

    Pet of the Month: March 2010

    “Macho” Hanahan – Maine Coon Macho is truly a lucky cat at home with his family. Macho is fortunate to have loving owners who are willing to provide the care...

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  • “Bree” Anderson-Yorkshire Terrier We could not resist adding Bree to our February Pet of the Month. Bree embraced her neurologic challenge with the tenacity of a pit bull! Bree experienced...

    Pet of the Month: February 2010 #2

    “Bree” Anderson-Yorkshire Terrier We could not resist adding Bree to our February Pet of the Month. Bree embraced her neurologic challenge with the tenacity of a pit bull! Bree experienced...

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  • “Buddy” Cochran – French bulldog Presenting his owners with the uneasy task of understanding how their dog’s rear legs stopped working, 4-Year old Buddy Cochran issued this challenge. They responded...

    Pet of the Month: February 2010

    “Buddy” Cochran – French bulldog Presenting his owners with the uneasy task of understanding how their dog’s rear legs stopped working, 4-Year old Buddy Cochran issued this challenge. They responded...

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  • “Koa” Reis – Malamute Koa resides in the mountains of Colorado with his sister Kirra and parents. Suffering from an acute immune mediated nerve disease, Koa could not stand and...

    Pet of the Month: December 2009

    “Koa” Reis – Malamute Koa resides in the mountains of Colorado with his sister Kirra and parents. Suffering from an acute immune mediated nerve disease, Koa could not stand and...

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  • “Nesta” – Shiba Inu …a longtime fan of RMVN!

    Pet of the Month: November 2009

    “Nesta” – Shiba Inu …a longtime fan of RMVN!

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  • Smokey Gray This happy cat is the local icon at Aurora, Tagawa Gardens. As you can see, posing for photographs is without effort. Smokey provided a source of amusement and...

    Pet of the Month: October 2009

    Smokey Gray This happy cat is the local icon at Aurora, Tagawa Gardens. As you can see, posing for photographs is without effort. Smokey provided a source of amusement and...

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  • New Beginnings! Maddy, an adorable 6 month-old Chow Chow has never seen Dr. Lane or Rocky Mountain Veterinary Neurology. In fact, Maddy is very healthy. Maddy represents a new beginning...

    Pet of the Month: September 2009

    New Beginnings! Maddy, an adorable 6 month-old Chow Chow has never seen Dr. Lane or Rocky Mountain Veterinary Neurology. In fact, Maddy is very healthy. Maddy represents a new beginning...

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  • “Birthday Jake” -Yellow Labrador Celebrating his 9th Birthday Jake’s dedicated owners presented Jake for assessment on May 5, 2009 unable to walk on all legs and with severe arthritis in...

    Pet of the Month: August 2009

    “Birthday Jake” -Yellow Labrador Celebrating his 9th Birthday Jake’s dedicated owners presented Jake for assessment on May 5, 2009 unable to walk on all legs and with severe arthritis in...

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  • “Annie” Lane – Jack Russell Terrier As a veterinary specialist, I have been fortunate to practice specialized veterinary medicine and surgery for strangers and for colleagues, who allowed me the...

    Pet of the Month: July 2009

    “Annie” Lane – Jack Russell Terrier As a veterinary specialist, I have been fortunate to practice specialized veterinary medicine and surgery for strangers and for colleagues, who allowed me the...

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  • “Tobie” – Jack Russell Terrier

    Pet of the Month: June 2009

    “Tobie” – Jack Russell Terrier

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  • Foxy Lady Is it hot in here or is it just me?  Actually, I am just waiting for more chilled de-ionized water.  Where else can you get 5-Star treatment from...

    Pet of the Month: January 2010

    Foxy Lady Is it hot in here or is it just me?  Actually, I am just waiting for more chilled de-ionized water.  Where else can you get 5-Star treatment from...

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  • “Dylan Leikam” Dylan arrived to Rocky Mountain Veterinary Neurology with the ability to win over the hearts of the hospital staff. This not only demonstrated his intellect, but his uncanny...

    Pet of the Month: June 2010 #3

    “Dylan Leikam” Dylan arrived to Rocky Mountain Veterinary Neurology with the ability to win over the hearts of the hospital staff. This not only demonstrated his intellect, but his uncanny...

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  • “Rajah” Kruhm Rajah, the angelic-appearing Pomeranian in this photo has always enjoyed an active and outgoing lifestyle. Crippled by severe neck pain, Rajah was unable to enjoy racing up the...

    Pet of the Month: June 2010 #2

    “Rajah” Kruhm Rajah, the angelic-appearing Pomeranian in this photo has always enjoyed an active and outgoing lifestyle. Crippled by severe neck pain, Rajah was unable to enjoy racing up the...

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  • “Eukie” Tarry – Malamute We are often asked to define happiness for our pets. Eukie’s owners, Holly and Jason, allowed Eukie to dictate this pleasure for himself and his parents....

    Pet of the Month: July 2010 #2

    “Eukie” Tarry – Malamute We are often asked to define happiness for our pets. Eukie’s owners, Holly and Jason, allowed Eukie to dictate this pleasure for himself and his parents....

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  • “Zeke” Triplett – Bull Mastiff It is memorable for a specialty veterinarian to meet a remarkable pet. Zeke was introduced to Rocky Mountain Veterinary Neurology suffering from a left thoracic-limb...

    Pet of the Month: September 2010 #2

    “Zeke” Triplett – Bull Mastiff It is memorable for a specialty veterinarian to meet a remarkable pet. Zeke was introduced to Rocky Mountain Veterinary Neurology suffering from a left thoracic-limb...

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