Veterinary advice you can actually understand and trust.
Pet health can be confusing.thegoodvet clears the myths, explains the science, and tells you the truth — simply and honestly.
Is it safe for your pet to be outside during the eclipse?
There seems to be growing concern about whether our pets should be kept inside, even away from… Read More 
My dog woke up with stuff in his eyes – how worried am I?
It can be stressful to wake up one morning and see discharge coming out of your dog’s eyes… Read More 
My dog got the bordetella vaccine – how did he still get kennel cough?
With everyone going on vacation and boarding their dog, or dogs going to day care, or dog parks, or… Read More 
What does a physical exam on a dog or cat do?
When we perform a physical exam, we’re usually talking, laughing, and trying to snuggle or… Read More 
Lipomas on dogs
One of the most common lumps that owners find on their dogs is the lipoma. When I tell owners the… Read More 
My cat has FIV – what do I do?
It is quite common for a kind person to find a stray cat, take it in for a few days to find an… Read More 
My dog has gastroenteritis – what is that?
Has your dog had an upset tummy? Is he throwing up? Does your dog have diarrhea? Or maybe both?… Read More 
Why I don’t use the Lyme vaccine
For most people, when they think of diseases carried and transmitted by ticks, they think Lyme… Read More 
How to win the battle against fleas
If your dog or cat has ever had fleas, you know how hard this battle can be. Here’s the best… Read More
If you had a veterinarian friend…
You’d ask her about your pet.She’d tell you the truth — honestly, clearly, without fear-mongering.That’s what Thegoodvet is.