Diarrhea in our pets can be both a nuisance for you and a potentially serious issue for your pets. Severe cases can result in weight loss and dehydration. And while I won’t be all inclusive I wanted to discuss some of the most common causes for diarrhea, when it...
Are you wanting to know a little bit more about that lepto vaccine and why your vet recommended it? Lepto, short for leptospirosis, is a type of bacteria that can cause a severe infection in dogs. It’s called a spirochete bacteria, which means it has a spiral...
Usually when I think about hitting the wall it’s in reference to running or exercise. It’s that moment when you reach complete fatigue and have used up all of the glycogen stores in your muscles. I’ve been a runner for most of my life. In high school...
The clinic where I work gives more time for a puppie’s first vet visit then for any other appointment. The reason for this is we know you will have a lot of questions about raising your new puppy, and even if you don’t, there is a lot of information we...
A guide to the common types of allergies we see in our small animal patients As a small animal general practitioner some of the most common medical complaints will be related to underlying allergies. When I think of allergies there are 3 main types that I usually...
I'm a mother to two girls and a small animal veterinarian with over 10 years of experience. This blog is about my experience as a veterinarian and working mom.
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