Seizure disorders in our dogs, especially epilepsy, appears to be on the rise. Are there things that you can do to help prevent this? Well no one[...]
Cats are very different from dogs, including what toxins they are sensitive to. The common anti-inflammatories given to dogs can be extremely toxic to our cats[...]
My dog, Pippy, suffers from tear staining, a common issue characterized by noticeable dark streaks near the eyes. This happens because her tear ducts are[...]
The more I read about what's in our dog and cat's food, the more 'concerned' I become... As in there can be some very questionable ingredients. Even[...]
Runny eyes in our dogs and cats is surprisingly common - My dog Tula and my last cat Murray both had this problem. Most often it's[...]
Cancer is one word most of us never want to hear, especially if it involves our dogs. But what you feed your dog can play a[...]
How to Keep Your Dog Safe from Plastic Bag Suffocation Do you know that dogs can suffocate on plastic bags? Tragically, three dogs have died in[...]
Yes even veterinarians make mistakes, and I definitely made some of these myself. But you as an involved pet parent should be aware of this, and[...]
Emergency Skills Every Dog Owner Should Know As a veterinarian, I've seen countless emergencies with dogs. Here are a few crucial skills that every dog owner[...]
Dental care for Dogs and Cats... it can be very expensive going to the vet. Before we get into the ways to help your dog/cat's teeth[...]
Emerging diseases freak me out a bit... but fortunately regardless of the disease, the chance your cat/dog/you will ever contract it is miniscule. In fact it's[...]
Top 5 Emergency Veterinary Skills Every Dog Parent Should Know As a veterinarian, I’ve encountered countless emergencies, and I believe these five skills are crucial for[...]