Veterinarians give pet owners a lot of advice in the exam room, but @juliadvm shared a story that will remind us that fashion tips don’t come with a DVM. “(I was) using a bit of stockinette to make a ‘shirt’ on a small dog with a neck wound for a client.” via GIPHY “I said to the dog,… Read More
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I’m Not Your Grandpappy’s Vet
I’m not your grandpappy’s vet. We’re also not living in the age of the infamous Disney movie “Old Yeller.” No spoiler alert here but the movie doesn’t end happy for the kid or his dog. We’re in a different time than we were 40 years ago- heck, even ten years ago from when I graduated!… Read More
Five Life Lessons From a Face Full of Anal Glands
Today I was doing what every technician does on a daily, if not hourly basis. I was expressing a patient’s anal glands. It’s not necessarily my favorite part of the job and it is far from glamorous. I actually went years in my career without doing it. Then I became licensed and decided I had… Read More
What You Need To Know Before Flying With Dogs or Cats
Taking your dog or cat on a plane? Here’s what you need to know before flying with pets. Read More
What Would Dogs Do As President?
What would your dog do during his or her first day in office? We asked the @DrAndyRoark Instagram followers. Here’s what they think their presidential pups would do: 1. “We will bring the brightest minds in veterinary medicine together to find a better way to take our temperature.” -@drjcrisman via GIPHY 2. “Free veterinary… Read More
Vet On the Street: What Do You Think of the Mars Acquisition?
Earlier this month the veterinary industry was surprised with the news that Mars, the ubiquitous candy maker, acquired VCA in a deal valued at over seven billion dollars. With this news, pet care will become the largest portfolio in Mars- whose current pet brand portfolio already includes Banfield, BluePearl, Pedigree, Whiskas, Iams, Eukanuba, and Royal… Read More