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What flea product is safest and most effective for my dog or cat?
posted: Oct. 14, 2021.

Forget marketing. Forget internet advice. Ask the experts, veterinary researchers who study fleas. Yep, there are several DVMs who study fleas for a living. For both safety and effectiveness, they recommend prescription Read more
Can dogs and people share toothpaste?
posted: Oct. 07, 2021.

Dogs can use your toothpaste… IF you are using an unfluoridated, non-foaming toothpaste. Your Crest or Colgate with fluoride will upset your dog’s stomach (from the foaming) and can cause Read more
Why are so many pets obese?
posted: Sep. 30, 2021.

Most people don’t know what a healthy dog or cat looks like, as we see so many that are overweight. That becomes our “normal”. We also feel guilty for restricting Read more
COVID and Your Veterinarian
posted: Sep. 09, 2021.

COVID has hit the veterinary industry hard. Busier than ever, burnout and suicide are on the rise. Read more
I want a second opinion. Do I see another doctor at the same practice, or what?
posted: Jul. 23, 2021.

You aren’t sure about the diagnosis or recommendations from your veterinarian. Please do not go to another general veterinarian for your second opinion. If you don't trust the advice you Read more
Is rabies vaccine for dogs a one-time deal? Does the vaccine last in the dog a lifetime?
posted: Jul. 16, 2021.

Nope. The first rabies vaccination is good for one year, no matter the age of your dog when it is given. After that, in most US states, each successive vaccination Read more
My veterinarian can’t help my pet’s really painful mouth. Cleanings and extractions haven’t been enough. Now what?
posted: Jul. 09, 2021.

You need a dental specialist. Not a veterinarian who loves dentistry, but a board-certified specialist. For referrals, see the website for the American Veterinary Dental College. https://www.avdc-dms.org/dms/list/diplomates-intro.cfm;jsessionid=6EE3BE9FC8274916CC373A4258F7F5C1.cfusion?CFID=2385402&CFTOKEN=7040228e01e9a802-CA200857-155D-021C-124847B2F3C2314B Read more
What common things are pet owners doing wrong?
posted: Jul. 02, 2021.

Not Having Pet Insurance: I just hate hearing pet owners face a large bill for a sick pet comment, “I wish there was insurance for pets.” We have been trying Read more
The vet said my dog is overweight. What can I do?
posted: Jun. 25, 2021.

It is mostly about calories in vs calories burned. Start by reducing feeding quantity 10%. If you free feed, stop now. If you are trying to use the feeding guide on Read more
Do you think someone should have to provide documentation in order to bring an animal into a business?
posted: Jun. 18, 2021.

It should be up to the business whether to allow animals in. I know that I really appreciate that on a hot day I can bring my dog into the Read more
Summer is upon us!
posted: Jun. 15, 2021.

We have already had one bout of warm weather, and now we get some moisture. This makes perfect conditions for fleas. Now is the time to make sure your pets Read more
Why do Veterinarians prescribe antibiotics to dogs with Kennel Cough?
posted: Jun. 11, 2021.

“Bordetella bronchiseptica is a small, Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium of the genus Bordetella.” - Wikipedia “Kennel cough” is a set of symptoms, not a specific disease. Bordetella is merely the most common Read more
Is it still possible in the US to buy a pet flea shampoo that actually works?
posted: Jun. 04, 2021.

Any thorough bath will drown some of the fleas. Flea shampoo really isn’t any more effective today than non-flea shampoo. Don’t waste your time unless your pet just needs a Read more
How can I get my pets vaccination records if the former owner won't cooperate?
posted: May 28, 2021.

If you got this dog or cat from a private party, and they won’t/can’t provide records, or disclose where they went for care, you have another chance. If your new Read more
Why is my veterinary clinic continuing to keep me in my car?
posted: May 21, 2021.

COVID-19 is still affecting us, requiring clients to wait outside during veterinary appointments. Read more
What can you do to keep your cat or dog from being frightened by fireworks?
posted: May 21, 2021.

Stay with them. Don’t leave them in the back yard or house while you go out front, or drive off, to enjoy the fireworks. I have spent many July 4ths Read more