A ruptured cranial cruciate ligament (CCL, sometimes called ACL) is the most common cause of hind limb lameness in dogs. If your dog ruptures their CCL, you want him or her back to normal activity level as soon as possible. Our team at Midwest Veterinary Specialists wants to help by offering information about CCL rupture [...]

Pets can be expensive, especially if they are sick, injured, or need emergency care. Pet insurance can help mitigate these costs, and our team at Midwest Veterinary Specialists wants to explain the benefits of pet insurance to ensure your pet always receives the care they need. #1: Pet insurance provides peace of mind Emergency situations, [...]

If your pet needs surgery, you want them to receive the best care possible, and you want someone who has the required training and experience to perform their procedure. Our team at Midwest Veterinary Specialists wants to explain how your pet can benefit from a board-certified veterinary surgeon’s expertise. Requirements to become a board-certified veterinary [...]

Cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) disease (i.e., CCL rupture or tearing) is one of the most common causes of hindlimb lameness in dogs, and can result in significant pain and decreased mobility. At Midwest Veterinary Veterinary Specialists, we want your dog to live the most active, enjoyable life possible, especially if they are affected by a [...]

Pioneering Cases: Bald Eagle A wild adult male eagle suffered a broken wing when he was hit by a moving vehicle Marshall County, Iowa. After initial evaluation, he was brought to Iowa State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine to see if anything could be done to save him. Dr. Bergh, a professor at ISU [...]

Pioneering Cases: Vincent Vincent is one lucky kitty! He was found as a tiny kitten at a campground in Iowa and was quickly adopted by animal lover Cindy Jones after she realized his severe handicap – Vincent was missing portions of both back legs! Cindy and her daughter Emily reached out to Dr. Bergh [...]