As an anesthesia technician, one of the things we are told early on is that if you don’t have a death under anesthesia “you aren’t doing enough anesthesia.” This can be a hard fact to stomach, but it’s true. If like me, you’re performing anesthesia for 80 percent of your day at work you see… Read More
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Why You Should Consider “Drastic” Measures for Your Pet’s Cancer
I hate osteosarcoma. This bone cancer is a cause of major pain for pets and heartbreak for their owners. Many dogs with osteosarcoma have a greatly improved prognosis with limb amputation. Read More
5 Questions You Need to Answer Before Anesthetic Procedures
Oftentimes our clients are faced with the decision whether or not to put their pets under general anesthesia for a surgical or dental procedure. Patients do not get the care they need when pet parents are scared of anesthesia. During this time, they look to us, the knowledgeable veterinary staff, for answers. With so many… Read More
Are You Haunted By Negative Exploratories?
A few years ago, I wrote an article entitled “No such thing as a negative exploratory.”* Shortly thereafter, I received an amazing email from a colleague on the other side of the world. Dr. Andreane Daigle, who practices in Queensland, Australia, shared with me a story about an exploratory laparotomy she performed on a vomiting… Read More
Ep 4: Let’s Talk Cruciate Injuries with Dr. Jennifer L. Wardlaw
Have questions about cruciate injuries? From how to prevent them to how to treat them, Drs. Andy Roark and Jennifer Wardlaw cover all the bases in this Facebook live session. (Notes available below the video). CLICK HERE FOR THE NOTES Read More
5 Mistakes to Avoid When Dogs Get Cancer
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