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
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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
You’re Killing My Wife- and Here’s How to Stop It
Leading a group of men through a study based on the book Fathered by God (John Eldredge), we’ve been prayerfully considering what God intends us to become as men. As we wrestle with current struggles, we’ve journeyed back through our personal stories, asking God to reveal where, why, and how our masculine spirits have been assaulted, seduced, and… Read More
What To Do To Help A Dog That’s Been Hit By A Car
Accidents happen. How can you help a dog that’s been hit by a car? In this episode of Cone of Shame, Dr. Andy Roark describes 6 ways you can assist a dog after an accident. Please know that this episode is meant to be funny so it’s memorable, even though it’a a topic we take… Read More
Why Even UC Davis Hasn’t Changed My Spay/Neuter Recommendations
When I first graduated from vet school, I came into our profession armed with all of the most up to date knowledge at the time. However, I also immediately recognized that we didn’t have the same caliber of science guiding our practices as the human medical world. This was one of several reasons I pursued… Read More
Make Taking Your Cat to The Vet Easier With These 4 Tips
Taking your cat to the veterinary hospital can be a stressful battle, but regular vet care is so important for your pet. We asked our friends on the @DrAndyRoark Instagram to share their best tips for ensuring furry felines get the care they need. 1. Leave your cat’s carrier out. via GIPHY@abbeyld90: For my baby I leave his… Read More