Today I examined a cat that gained 2 pounds in 6 months, bringing him to a grand total of 17.5 pounds. Talk about one fat cat! As he rested peacefully on the exam table, his owner asked several questions regarding his health. Here are her concerns and my response: “Why does Bob lay around the […]
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St Patrick’s Day is just around the corner. That means we’ll be seeing green everywhere. Green shirts, green hats and even green beer. Pets will be wearing green, too. Some of our patients have green bandanas and green collars to honor the day. Although green is generally good on St Patrick’s day, there are times […]
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Feeling guilty about going to work and leaving your furry best friend alone at home all day? Are you thinking of bringing home another dog to keep him company? Before you run off to your local breeder or animal shelter, take a moment to go through these 4 questions you need to ask before getting […]
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Aside from the Sochi Olympics, Winter 2014 is one for the record books. Arctic storms have wreaked havoc in many areas of the United States and Canada, making many of us long for springtime. Our dogs wish for warmer weather, too…especially those with arthritis! Weather and Arthritis While cold weather doesn’t cause arthritis, it can […]
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Is it true that seven human years are equivalent to one dog year? Can dogs really smell cancer? Here, we debunk some commonly held dog myths. Dog Age Though many believe one human year equals seven dog years, this is a common misconception. When your dog reaches 2 years of age, it will age about […]
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The Daily Vet is a blog featuring veterinarians from all walks of life. Every week they will tackle entertaining, interesting, and sometimes difficult topics in the world of animal medicine – all in the hopes that their unique insights and personal experiences will help you to understand your pets. Feb 17, 2014 A New Treatment for Skin Allergies in Dogs by Dr. Jennifer Coates Share Save to mypetMDI have to admit that I am excited. There is a new drug on the market for the treatment of allergic skin …
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