Canine Influenza confirmed in Georgia

According to the Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory in Athens Georgia, the first positive case of Canine influenza was confirmed in Georgia. This was determined by testing for the virus from nasal and throat swabs.  The affected dog was believed to have been in an Atlanta boarding facility prior to  showing signs. This dog was coughing, lethargic, had … Read moreCanine Influenza confirmed in Georgia

7 Tips on How to Appropriately Punish Your Pet

How many of you as pet owners have come home to your belongings destroyed or your furnishings soiled with urine or other excrement? I am sure there were feelings of frustration and anger. There was probably a strong urge to punish your pet to ensure that this never happens again. Many of you either did … Read more7 Tips on How to Appropriately Punish Your Pet

Being a Veterinarian: What does it take?

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?

How do we handle aging in cats?

  The hardest thing to witness with our pets are watching them age. When we age we experience changes such as wrinkles and graying hair. In similarity when our pets age they may undergo many physical and behavioral changes. Some of these changes require us to adjust the care that we provide for them. I … Read moreHow do we handle aging in cats?

If you can’t Afford the Vet, You can’t Afford the Pet!

  Okay, I can admit this title can be a little misleading. This article is not meant to berate people who have financial issues when it comes to taking their pet to a veterinarian. The purpose is to offer tips to future and current pet owners on how to minimize your financial burden for your … Read moreIf you can’t Afford the Vet, You can’t Afford the Pet!

Top 5 Reasons Why I am Better than Dr. Google

  I am writing this in a humorous context to discuss a common issue we see in the veterinary community. The common issue is competition. No it’s not competition from a nearby veterinary hospital or low cost spay neuter clinic. This competition has more of a wide spread presence. In fact the presence is world … Read moreTop 5 Reasons Why I am Better than Dr. Google