Twenty four years ago in vet school one of my vet school instructors used to say, “Stand back 10 feet.” As a youngster in my early twenties, I didn’t really understand the value of her words back then. […]
I’m sure you’ve come across the phrase “tight diabetic control” if you’ve cruised the internet researching pet diabetes.
While doing so in 2011, I encountered a website instructing cat owners to check blood glucose frequently and adjust each insulin dose based on that reading – and possibly give insulin 3 to 4 times daily. […]
“It’s easier than I thought. I hadn’t thought I could do it!”
That’s what several of my diabetic pet clients have told me over the years. When I first tell them how I intend for them to check blood glucose levels at home, I’ve had some clients look at me like I had fallen off the deep […]
Lower urinary tract disease encompasses any disease involving the urinary bladder or urethra. Last week we discussed lower urinary tract disease (LUTD) in general and discussed bladder infections and bladder stones in both dogs and cats. Today we will focus in on feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD).
I’ve filled in as a “relief veterinarian” at many clinics during the course of my career. I have worked with vets who are very aggressive with diagnostics and others who are somewhat relaxed in their approach to a pet that is straining to urinate. […]
In recent weeks we have discussed pet allergies in general and atopic dermatitis. This week we will concentrate on food allergies and hypoallergenic diet trials.
Last week we discussed steroids and common presentations of pet allergies. This week we are tackling the subject of atopic dermatitis (atopy).
Itchy pets. How I grow weary of discussing itchy pets with clients! Down here in South Florida there isn’t a week that goes by that I’m not seeing at least one itchy dog or cat. […]
Call me a softy, but there is not much more fun at the vet clinic than when a family brings in a new puppy or kitten. A month ago one of my clients lost the battle with their regal 17 year old hound dog. […]
I was discussing finances with a good friend this past weekend. I had a bit of an eye opener when I found out how much she spends to maintain her stylish good looks. This got me thinking about pet grooming costs. […]