How to puppy proof your house | Dr. Justine Lee
Ah puppies. So cute, with their soft fur and puppy breath. However, with those pros come the cons of curiosity. As I deal with puppy training, sleepless nights, and the joys of puppy ownership, I reflect back on how “easy” it was to have a geriatric, well-trained older pooch! In hind sight, I haven’t had a puppy in over 14 years! My previous pit bull, JP, was very well trained and hence never got into anything bad… In other words, my house wasn’t appropriately puppy poison-proof for...
Read MoreWhy veterinarians need to use less antibiotics | Dr. Justine Lee
Super excited to see this press release from Clinicians Brief today on the judicious use of antibiotic use in veterinary medicine. As an emergency critical care specialist and toxicologist, I often feel that we over-dispense antibiotics, resulting in increased resistance in pets. Remember, antibiotics don’t work for viral infections (e.g., upper respiratory infections, influenza, etc.). Here, the press release: TULSA, OKLAHOMA, September 24, 2015—“In a perfect world,...
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What types of dogs are hypoallergenic? | Dr. Justine Lee
Looking for a hypoallergenic dog? Have allergies and not sure what type of dog to get? I’ve had a lot of friends pay $2500-3000 for a “hypoallergenic” dog. Hate to break it to you, but there’s no such thing. While some dogs are less allergenic (in other words, likely to cause an allergic reaction), there is truly no hypoallergenic or non-allergy causing dog. Don’t believe me? Trusting what the breeder says? Here, the scientific paper that helps prove it to you...
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Medical marijuana for pets: Should we be using it (Part II) | Dr. Justine Lee
Should I use medicinal marijuana in my veterinary patient? First, make sure to read Part 1 here to learn more about marijuana. Clinicopathologic testing With marijuana poisoning, no significant blood work findings are “classically” seen. In patients suspected of having underlying disease (e.g., metabolic, geriatric, etc.), a baseline complete blood count (CBC) and general chemistry panel can be considered. In patients suspected of hypoventilating secondary to the sedative effects...
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Veterinary CE in Alaska June 2017 | Dr. Justine Lee
Join Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT and Dr. Gregory Ogilvie, DACVIM, ECVIM for some veterinary continuing education (CE) in Alaska on June 14-20, 2017 in the Calder Mountain Lodge. This lodge, which is in Point Baker, Alaska, is known for some of the best fishing in the world! Best off, you’ll be in a remote location with top-notch accommodations while learning at the same time! Learn all about: Emergency Critical Care Fluid therapy Toxicology Oncology For more information, click here....
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Diabetes mellitus in cats | Dr. Justine Lee
If your cat is showing any of these clinical signs below, get to a veterinarian immediately! Excessive urination Excessive thirst Larger clumps in the litter box Muscle wasting over the back Dilute urine Acting hungry That’s because these are classic signs of diabetes mellitus! For more information on diabetes mellitus, check out this information here. If untreated, it can result in severe...
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