VETERINARY INFORMATION FOR CATS AND DOGS
If you are a pet owner , you have likely had experience with ear infections in dogs. It usually starts as head shaking and scratching at the ears. Sometimes discharge may be noted in the ears. Typically the discharge can either be black discharge, or in severe cases pus may be noted in the ears. The … Read moreItchy ears and shaking heads: Ear infections in dogs
After having a sick visit with a pet what two things do you think most pet owners worry about? One may be the final cost of the visit when they get up to the front desk, another is how are they going to medicate their pet? Is this what you as a pet owner worry … Read moreTips on How to medicate your pet
Pain. It is something we hate to see in our dogs. Unfortunately, it can be one of the most common ailments in pets especially as they get older. A common reason for this is arthritis in the joints. In larger breed dogs, the hip joints are the most commonly affected. Common signs that are seen … Read moreGreen Lipped Mussel for Dogs: An Alternative for Pain Management?
As a veterinarian when I hear the words pet health advice on the internet I often cringe on what could come next. What is interesting is that many of my clients who admit to searching the internet for pet health advice understand it is not always the best place for it. This is made evident … Read morePet Health Advice on the Internet: A dangerous combination?
In contrast to human dental care, dental prophylaxis for our pets are not as routine. In fact, many pet owners don’t think about home dental care for their pets until dental disease is made evident with bad breath, loose teeth, and red gums. Let’s think about how we care for our teeth. We brush, floss, … Read moreHome Dental Care for Your Pet
Whether you are a cat or a dog lover, you probably know of the stereotypes associated with both species. Some consider cats to be extremely independent but not as affectionate when compared to their canine counterpart. While dogs are considered loyal but not as intelligent as their feline friends. While these characteristics can be easily … Read moreThe difference between cats and dogs: A veterinary medicine perspective
This question is for all cat owners. If asked to raise your hands if you don’t enjoy cleaning your cat’s litter box, how many of you would raise them? I am sure most of you would. I know as a cat owner I certainly would have both hands raised high. This hatred for cleaning my cat’s … Read moreScoopFree Automatic Litter Box Review: The Savior for Regular Litter Box Maintenance
Ten years ago this month, I was walking across the stage accepting my veterinary diploma after successfully completing an arduous course of study in veterinary medicine. This was one of my happiest moments in my lifetime. I worked so hard for my veterinary degree and was successful. Now here I am ten years later reflecting on that … Read more10 years a Veterinarian: A lifelong learning experience
Throughout my veterinary career I have met pet owners who have varying attitudes toward their pets and animals in general. There are people who think of pets as property. Others love their pet but have limits on how much they will do for them. There are others who view their pets as family . While … Read moreCan you love your pet too much?
Most veterinarians admittedly dislike when their clients admit to them they have tried home remedies for pets. But it would be foolish not to think that most pet owners haven’t tried a home remedy at least once on their pets. Probably the most common reason for trying a home remedy is to avoid a veterinary … Read moreFive Home Remedies For Pets That You Should Avoid