How to celebrating Thanksgiving with your dog | Dr. Justine Lee
As a veterinarian, I’m not the type to read a lot of animal books. After all, I live it. When Marley & Me: Life and Love with the World’s Worst Dog came out, people raved about how I should read this best seller. As an avid reader, I wasn’t wowed – I gave it 2 out of 5 stars (After all, who wants to see a poorly behaved dog getting so much positive feedback?). Besides which, we veterinarians are used to euthanizing (sounds harsh, but true), so it wasn’t quite the tear-jerker...
Read MoreStressed out? | Dr. Justine Lee
Stressed out? Try these veterinary-recommended meditative techniques found in this awesome video by #kittentherapy #TidyCat
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Is alcohol poisonous to dogs? | Dr. Justine Lee
As an emergency critical care veterinary specialist, I’ve seen it all… from dogs poisoned by illicit drugs (like marijuana and cocaine) to animal abuse to dogs poisoned by alcohol. While most are (thankfully) unintentional poisonings, the rare poisoning is intentional. So, today’s topic? Drunk dogs. Believe it or not, alcohol poisoning does occur in dogs, but thankfully it’s usually from atypical sources. While I’ve met lots of chocolate Labradors named Guinness and yellow Labradors...
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Horse feed recall due to possible contamination with monensin | Dr. Justine Lee
November 5, 2014 – Bartlett Milling Co., a North Carolina milling company, has recalled some of its horse feed due to possible monensin contamination. You can read the company’s press release here. Monensin, which is more commonly known as it’s brand name Rumensin (made by Elanco) is a drug that’s used to increase milk production in cows and goats (it works by affects on beta receptors). However, in horses, it is extremely poisonous and even small amounts can result...
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What does your dog breed say about you? | Dr. Justine Lee
In my book It’s a Dog’s Life… but It’s Your Carpet, I admit, I make some pretty huge generalizations about breeds and pet owners. Granted, they’re my own opinion, but if you really wanted to know what your veterinarian thinks of you when you walk in the door with your breed of dog, read on! Labrador Retriever: Dedicated, outdoorsy, loyal, and generally a good person to be around. Shops at REI. Drives a Subaru. Chihuahua: May bite. The dog too. Mutt: Dedicated,...
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Ask the veterinarian with Dr. Lee at Highland Park Public Library!
LIFE WITH FIDO: HOW TO BE A SAVVY DOG OWNER For people thinking about buying their first puppy as well as more experienced dog owners. Dr. Justine Lee, veterinary specialist, provides tips on pet ownership and ways to keep your dog safe. Ask a veterinarian and get all your questions answered about all things DOG! Dr. Lee’s book It’s a Dog’s Life… but It’s Your Carpet will be available for purchase. Date: December 1, 2014 Time: 6:30-7:30PM CST Location: St. Paul...
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