Helmut* was one of my cancer patients. He also had a painful, nonvisual eye. The eye ended up giving him more trouble than the tumor and the owner elected to have it removed. She had it removed by a board-certified ophthalmologist (not at the hospital I work at, I hasten to add). There was a… Read More
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5 Tips to Keep Cats Happy at the Vet Clinic
Do you dread taking your cat to the veterinarian? In the first Cone of Shame of season 2, learn tips for keeping your feline family member calmer on the way to vet visits! [tweetthis]How do you keep your cat calm during a visit to the veterinary clinic? #ConeOfShame[/tweetthis] Read More
Think Twice Before Giving Pets as Gifts
There are few things cuter than a puppy or kitten in a box. But before you consider giving a pet as a gift this holiday season, remember that you’re gifting someone a tremendous responsibility. Pets are a decade-long commitment of time, energy, and money. Talk it out and remember that a pet is a… Read More
Two Tricks That Keep Bad Pet Advice Alive
I love the Internet. I love discovering new things, meeting people, and getting things done faster than ever before. But there’s one part of the Internet that makes my head hurt, and that’s the way it circulates bad pet advice. Generally, I’m pretty pleased with how much good pet advice is out there…. 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
Your Dog Ate Weed – A Musical Message
When a dog has consumed marijuana, it can be challenging to find the right song to sing to the client. Luckily, the Songstress of the Veterinary World, Kelsey Beth RVT, has given us the perfect song for the moment. So pull out your acoustic guitar and let the medical magic happen. *Remember, if your dog… Read More