There are many people and websites that claim to have expert opinions on the care and keeping of pets but ultimately, the best source of information is your vet clinic. Everyone’s favorite veterinary songstress, Kelsey Beth Carpenter RVT, takes to her guitar to remind you not to believe everything you read or hear. … Read More
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One Question Can Save A Cat’s Life
What is the single most important question to ask at every feline office appointment? I imagine that you may have several, depending on the circumstances or maybe on your experiences. But I think there is one question that needs to be asked at every non-emergency (or euthanasia) appointment. Let’s run a sad but familiar scenario…. Read More
Avoid a Visit from Supervet This Thanksgiving
With so many people around, it can be difficult to make sure your pet doesn’t eat anything they shouldn’t. Take care of your pet this holiday season by keeping people food out of reach and following these tips if Fido cleans the plates. [tweetthis]SuperVet saves a dog – and invites himself over for… Read More
I’m Being Cyber-Bullied
There is an epidemic in veterinary medicine that no one is talking about. It’s cyber-bullying, and it must stop. Disagreement and constructive debate are healthy and productive. Abuse is not. I’ve had a rough couple of weeks, honestly. The fact is, I am being targeted and attacked by an animal activist group. They call the… Read More
The 8 Hard Conversations You Need To Be Having Now
Today I spent the afternoon at a family dinner for my brother’s birthday. Gatherings with my family are always unique. My sister-in-law and I are both veterinarians, so if a meal doesn’t involve a conversation about poop or vomit, someone is off their game. This particular meal qualified in both categories. On the dinner table… Read More
Groundhog Day: How To Survive Having The Same Conversations Again & Again
The heartworm talk The flea talk The vaccine talk The allergy talk The dental talk The weight talk If you’ve been in small animal private practice for more than a year, you’ve probably lost track of the number of times you’ve had each of these talks. Many of us give every one of these “presentations”… Read More