In three years of residency, I’ve lost two friends to suicide; one former coworker, and one classmate. I wasn’t permitted to go to either funeral due to clinical obligations. The experiences prompted me to write the following: Stop pretending that a normal work schedule is five consecutive 12 hr work days, not counting on-call responsibilities…. Read More
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Can You Make Vet Wrap Art Like This?
They say vet med is for math and science people, but there are some serious vet wrap artists out there. Here are four of our fav works of vet wrap art that were shared on the @DrAndyRoark Instagram. 1. A Pixar-worthy design A post shared by CPH (@companionpethospital) on Mar 21, 2017 at 11:05am… Read More
Quiz: What Type of Lump Are You?
This content is sponsored by Petplan. Lipomas, tumors and bumps, oh my! Few things are as full of medical potential as an unexplained bump. Cancer? Cyst? Foreign body? Why all the mystery when we can stick a needle in it and figure it out? We all have our favorite masses to remove, from… Read More
Are E-Cigarettes Dangerous for Pets?
E-cigarettes have become a popular replacement for traditional cigarettes, but what does that mean for pets? In this episode of Ask Dr. Andy, Dr. Andy Roark talks about why e-cigarettes can be dangerous for your furry friend. Want to learn more about keeping your pet safe? Follow the Cone of Shame channel on Youtube for more… Read More
The Five Beauty and the Beast Characters at Your Vet Clinic
I have two school age kids, so needless to say I will be seeing Beauty and the Beast this weekend, and probably the weekend after that, and maybe a few times after then as well. It’s a nice moment come full circle for me, as I was in high school when the original came out… Read More
5 Simple Steps for a Stress-Free Cat
Cat seem stressed? On this episode of Cone of Shame, Dr. Andy Roark shares 5 tips to help you keep your cat stress-free. Want to learn more about caring for your cat? Follow the Cone of Shame channel on YouTube for more videos! Read More