Myths & Hot Topics Archives

Why this vet hates new puppy visits (AKA, how to stop puppy mills)

Many people think veterinarians have the dream job. Snuggling adorable puppies and kittens – what’s not to love? Fortunately, the […]

You’ve made the gut-wrenching decision that it’s time to say good-bye to your beloved dog or cat. You’ve scheduled the

As the 2017 solar eclipse approaches, more and more warnings are coming out about protecting your eyes. We have to

“Can you come look? I think my dog has a tick on him!” “My dog has a tick – please

Dogs are like people in a lot of ways. They are part of our family. Many diseases that people get,

Years ago, there was a big hubbub about Greenies, the dental health chews that people give their dogs to help

Did you know that, for the majority of pets, you CAN share some turkey on Thanksgiving!?!? I know I know

I am frequently asked to look at a pet’s ear because the owner noticed a discharge. Sometimes they will proudly

There seems to be so much confusion on this question – even people who work in vet clinics often do

I have many owners whose cats never set foot outside. They are not “flight risks” and have no interest in

Coconut oil has gotten some pretty incredible claims associated with it lately. Kinda like New Year’s Eve – supposed to

This time of year presents unique hazards to pets. Some are real. Some are overblown. Some no one really ever