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Sometimes it seems like the whole concept of cat obedience is an oxymoron. Training cats is tricky, and it requires patience. Still, you can convince your cat to change certain behaviors like jumping up on counter tops. Here’s how:     I hope that helps with any feline counter surfers you may be dealing with…. Read More

  When my friend, the gifted veterinary surgeon Dr. Jenn Wardlaw at Gateway Veterinary Surgery in St. Louis, told me she had just finished lecturing to veterinarians about joint supplements, I got really excited. Joint supplements are a huge deal for pets in pain and pets dealing with arthritis. This is partly because they can… Read More

Toenail trims… This phrase strikes fear (and frustration) into the hearts of countless dog and cat owners across the globe. In this episode of Ask Dr. Andy, I’ll give you my 2 best tips for working with pets that hate having their nails trimmed.     And there you have it… If you want to… Read More

At this point, we all know pet dental health is extremely important for extending the life of your pet as long as possible. It’s also no secret that anesthesia makes some people nervous. So, are dental cleanings without anesthesia a good idea? Watch this episode of Ask Dr. Andy to find out!     (If… Read More

You might recognize propylene glycol as an ingredient in some kinds of antifreeze… or as an ingredient in your dog’s food. What?? Yup. It’s often in there.     So WHY is it there, and how concerned should we all be about our dogs eating it? Here’s my answer –     Finally, if you… Read More

When your dog gets an upset stomach, it’s natural to want to help him. That’s why I get so many questions about over-the-counter medications like Pepto Bismol. Here’s what you need to know about your pooch and the pink chalky liquid that soothes and coats human stomachs.     So there you have it. If… Read More