There is little regulation when it comes to supplements, and research can be hit or miss. If you’re wondering if your dog’s joint supplement is helping, follow these tips from Dr. Andy Roark! 1. Start with safe options. via GIPHY 2. Give it time. via GIPHY 3. Be realistic. via GIPHY Want more information on… Read More
Most Veterinarians Won’t Get a Red & Green Gift Like This
Pet owners often give veterinary teams great gifts, but @hmbvet received something unexpectedly special. “We had a homeless client with a shaggy dog that had become embedded with foxtails.” via GIPHY “We sedated the dog, shaved its matts, pulled foxtails, trimmed the nails, (and) gave it a bath.” via GIPHY “We asked for – and expected –… Read More
Could Feeding Your Dog Veggies Cause Nutritional Deficiencies?
Do you feed your dog vegetables, table scraps or other “people food” in addition to their diet? Dr. Andy Roark explains why this could be a problem for your furry friend. Commercially-made dog foods are balanced… via GIPHY … But you can throw that balance off with table scraps, even healthy veggies. via GIPHY Talk… Read More
These 5 Veterinary Elves on Shelves Will Make Your Day
Turns out there’s YET ANOTHER species showing up in veterinary hospitals. Check out the creative Elf on the Shelf work these vet clinics have put in! 1. Paging Dr. Elphie 2. A furrier breed of elf 3. Did someone update his weight in the chart? 4. Even elves need caffeine to handle… Read More
Why Does My Dog Eat Shoes and Underwear?
Dogs eat and chew just about everything: Our clothes, cardboard, paper, towels. This behavior is more than just frustrating, it can be dangerous. In this episode of Ask Dr. Andy, Dr. Andy Roark explains why your pet chews things that aren’t dog toys. (Psst – He’ll even tell you what to do about it!) They… Read More
How Did This Patient Point Out Love?
Sometimes patients add something really unique to our lives. @meganhumkey shared a story with us on the @DrAndyRoark Instagram that has a pretty special ending. “My favorite patient was a German Shorthaired Pointer named Ranger.” via GIPHY “He was just in for annual vx, but he brought his human into my life.” via GIPHY “I ended up marrying… Read More