VETERINARY INFORMATION FOR CATS AND DOGS
If you have read your fair share of pet articles you have probably come across a few that have been critical of traditional medications prescribed by veterinarians. It seems like the most common products that are targeted are flea/tick products and heartworm medications. I have often seen these products described as poison for pets. So … Read moreAre medications poisoning your pets? A veterinarian’s perspective.
Nothing probably is more frightening than seeing your dog being attacked by another dog. Not only is the scene emotionally disturbing , you fear for the dog’s life. What provokes dog bites? What do you need to worry about regarding the wounds? Can you help prevent dog bites? Anatomy of a Bite Wound To understand … Read moreWhat you need to know about Bite wounds: When dogs attack each other
Let’s face it, there is never a convenient time for your pet to become ill. Many times the major reason behind the inconvenience is due to finances. Having an ill pet can be expensive, and since many of these illnesses come up as unexpected, most people are not prepared for the costs. So can anything … Read moreI Don’t Have Money for a Veterinarian, Now What?
Just as in humans, obesity in dogs is a common health epidemic. The difference in dogs is that another being is responsible for playing a large role in increasing the girth of our dogs. So how do dogs get fat? Is it always our fault? What health problems do you worry about in obese dogs? … Read moreWhat You Need to Know to Help Your “Fat” Dog
In the blogosphere, there are quite a few controversial topics regarding animal health. Some of the most common controversial topics include pet food diets, vaccines, spay/neuter, declawing and medications. While I am not too bothered by those who have different opinions on the subject, my pet peeve is when they bring up as an absolute … Read moreHow Veterinarians Really “Line their pockets”
As long as I have been a veterinarian, I am amazed how flea products have advanced through the years. There are products that combine flea, intestinal parasites, and heartworm prevention in one. Oral flea products are available that last as long as three months to protect against fleas. You have a collar that can provide up to … Read moreThe difference between OTC flea products and veterinary exclusive products
So you have found yourself with a pregnant dog. Maybe your intact female gets out and an unintentional mating occurs. Maybe you have a female dog you intended to breed. Now you notice your dog’s abdomen getting bigger and it becomes evident that she is pregnant. So one question you may have is what’s next? … Read moreMy dog is pregnant now what?
“If at first you don’t succeed, then do what your veterinarian told you to do.” I found this quote on a T-shirt recently and it made me think of an issue I deal with every day on my job. That issue is compliance. How many of you as pet owners have given all medications or … Read moreCompliance issues and Pet Owners
This post will be a unique one for me. Instead of writing 400+ word article, I thought I would just ask my readers several questions. The answers of these questions will be what this post is made up of. So feel free to leave comments. Here are some questions for you to answer honestly … Read moreHow do you view your Pet?
If you are reading this article it is very likely that you know somebody who has a desire to be a veterinarian. It could be yourself, a relative, or even a colleague of yours. If somebody wants to find information on what is involved in being a veterinarian, it is easy find what is required. … Read moreBeing a Veterinarian: What does it take?