Getting a cancer diagnosis for your dog can be overwhelming. In this video, Drs. Andy Roark and Sue Ettinger discuss the five mistakes you should avoid while navigating this difficult situation. Check out DogCancerNowWhat.com to access Drs. Roark & Ettinger’s course on canine cancer. Read More
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Why Cats, Dogs & Fireworks DO NOT Mix
Cats, dogs and fireworks don’t mix. In this video, Dr. Roark explains why. Read More
Owning a Dog Eventually Leads to Suffering, And That’s OK
Every dog is unique, but some special dogs become cornerstones as we build our lives. These companions accompany us as we grow into who we are and become part of our most treasured and sacred memories. Phoenix came into my life long before I went to veterinary school. In fact, he was a big reason… Read More
How To Protect Your Pet From The Sun
SPF has gone to the dogs! In this episode of Cone of Shame, Dr. Andy Roark shares tips on how to protect your pet – especially those of the short-haired variety – from the sun. Read More
7 Things MDs Can Learn From Veterinarians
My daughter and I have chronic illnesses that took a long time and many doctors to diagnose. We’ve met some outstanding doctors and others that have frustrated us and dismissed our suffering. I’m a veterinarian, and during this journey I’ve learned many things from the physicians we’ve met that have helped me be a better… Read More
How My ER Visits Made Me a Better Vet
In this article we are going to get a little bit personal. Not telling you the color of my underwear personal, but close. In the past month or so I have had two run-ins with the hospital (human hospitals.) One was a scheduled elbow replacement that just took place, the other was a very unscheduled… Read More