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40th Anniversary
May 20th marked the 40th anniversary of my graduation from veterinary college. In 1980 there were no fax machines, personal computers, laptops or cell phones. The internet hadn’t been invented, Read more
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Pets and Aging
Pets provide us with companionship, affection and a sense of purpose. They are social ice breakers and lessen isolation. Senior pet owners are likely to have lower blood pressure, be Read more
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CBD for Canines
Cannabinoids, products derived from marijuana have become a hot topic for humans and for pets. Cannabidiol (also known as CBD) products have become ubiquitous and can be purchased at the Read more
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Grain Free Diets and Canine Heart Disease
The Food and Drug Administration recently released a statement that associates canine DCM (dilated cardiomyopathy) with feeding certain brands of grain free dog food. Here is a link to that Read more
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The Doctor Will See You Now (Virtually): Veterinary Telemedicine
Veterinary Telemedicine encompasses the use of technology to leverage the veterinarian’s ability to care for pets. For many years, veterinarians have used technology to send digital files of x-rays, ultrasound Read more
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It’s Good to Be Toothful
Dogs and cats need regular dental care just like we do. Puppies and kittens are born with deciduous teeth that are replaced with adult teeth. This replacement beings with the Read more
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How to Adopt a Dog
A young mother once asked me what kind of dog to buy for her young son. My glib answer was “a stuffed one! Now if you want a dog we Read more
