From tulips to azaleas, there are several plants that can be poisonous to dogs. In this episode of Cone of Shame, Dr. Andy Roark covers 10 plants to watch out for. Take an extra step toward being prepared. Go to Petplan.com now to get a FREE pet insurance quote for your pet! Read More
This Cow REALLY Reminded Vet Students Who’s Boss
Veterinary school can get a little… messy. @docbeach97 shared this story on the @DrAndyRoark Instagram to remind us to always laugh it off. (Even when “it” is all over our face). I was in a bovine theriogenology palpation lab… via GIPHY As I was removing my arm from the cow, it farted and sprayed fecal material… Read More
Too Long Didn’t Read: Animal News in 30 Seconds, September 1
We know that not everyone spends as much time online as we do, but we also know you still want to be up to date on the latest veterinary and animal news. You just need to do it fast. Enter: Too Long Didn’t Read, which is a brief summary of some of the more interesting articles to cross our… Read More
What To Do When Your Dog Has a Hot Spot
What can you do if your dog has a hot spot? Those patches of red, irritated skin might not seem like much, but many of these cases can require attention from your veterinarian. Here are some tips on what to do if your dog has a hot spot. Subscribe to the Cone of Shame channel… Read More
This Veterinary Student’s (Mini) Surprise Will Make Your Day
Veterinary school is full of experiences and stories. On Instagram, @mwmillerdvm shared one that reminds us of a simple fact: You never know what to expect in vet med. “I’m tall.” via GIPHY “I was looking forward to actually being eye to eye with my patients on my equine rotation.” via GIPHY “Instead, I got assigned… Read More
The Biggest Lie Vets Tell Themselves
Sometimes we tell ourselves lies to make life easier. We say things like, “I was walking in and out of exam rooms all day long. That counts as exercise,” or “There’s a ban on cellphones in the office, but everyone will understand that it doesn’t apply to me.” We kid ourselves to feel better, and… Read More