The growing problem of obesity in pets | Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT, Board-Certified Veterinary Specialist
A recent article in the Washington Post summarized recent data from Banfield Pet Hospital, we now know which states have the most obese pets. And I’m embarrassed to say it’s my home state, MINNESOTA for the win! People often think that the states with the highest prevalence of obese people have the highest percentages of obese pets, but not so! A new report from Banfield found that over 2.5 million dogs and 500,000 cats in the United States are obese. While the top states for obese...
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Using the Colorado protocol for canine parvovirus | Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT, Board-Certified Veterinary Specialist
Having practiced veterinary medicine in several urban environments (e.g., Boston, Philly, Minneapolis-St. Paul), I’ve learned how to practice street medicine. What does that mean? It means that, as a veterinary specialist in emergency critical care, I always try to work with pet owners as best I can when they have financial limitations. While the ideal treatment – or what I call the “Gold standard” – is often best and results in the quickest return to normal health, this isn’t...
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Rawhide recall | Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT, Board-Certified Veterinary Specialist
If you feed your dog rawhides, check your stock now, as I had this in my house! A voluntary recall by United Pet Group has been issued due to accidental potential exposure to a cleaning agent. You can read the original FDA recall here. United Pet Group, a division of Spectrum Brands, Inc. is voluntarily recalling multiple brands of packages of rawhide dog chew products that were distributed to retail outlets and sold online in the U.S. The recall involves the brands and products described...
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How do I keep my dog safe from Canine Influenza Virus? | Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT, Board-Certified Veterinary Specialist
If you live in Florida, North Carolina, or the south, Canine Influenza Virus is spreading due to participation in 2 recent dog shows. Here’s some great info from the AKC about Canine Influenza Virus. Canine Influenza Virus is spread through: Close proximity to infected dogs (it is airborne and can travel up to 20 ft.; Dog parks are ideal for spreading the virus. Contact with contaminated items (bowls, leashes, crates, tables, clothing, dog runs, etc.) People moving between infected and...
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Canine Influenza outbreak at dog shows in Florida | Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT, Board-Certified Veterinary Specialist
If you live in Florida or Georgia, or have brought your dog to a recent dog show, read on! A recent outbreak of H3N2 Canine Influenza Virus (CIV) has been confirmed in Florida, and was thought to spread from two dog shows in Perry, Georgia or Deland, Florida the weekend of May 19-21, 2017. So far, approximately a dozen dogs have tested positive for H3N2. As dogs have no natural immunity against Canine Influenza Virus, they can easily develop clinical signs. Symptoms can last for up to 30-60...
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Smallbatch Pets Dog and Cat Food Recall | Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT, Board-Certified Veterinary Specialist
If you need for your dog Smallbatch Pets food for your dog or cat, please make sure you are aware of a recent recall due to Salmonella! Smallbatch Pets Inc. of Portland, Oregon is voluntarily recalling two lots of frozen 2lbs. chicken blend for dogs and cats, brand name Smallbatch, due to the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella can affect animals eating the products and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products, especially if they have not thoroughly...
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