How to care for young puppies and kittens
If you just found a very young kitten or happened to rescue a litter of newborn puppies, this article is a must read! Taking care of neonates or pediatric puppies and kittens is very different from taking care of adult animals, as it requires a lot of energy, time, and commitment. That’s because it’s almost an hourly job. First, let’s clarify a few definitions in animals: Neonate: Defined as 0-2 weeks of ageInfant: Defined as 2-6 weeks of ageJuvenile: Defined as 6-12 weeks of...
Read MoreWhat not to do if you can’t afford your veterinary bill…
Recently, I learned of a man who faces criminal charges after he set fire to an emergency veterinary hospital in Oregon after “a billing disagreement involving his cat.” Yes, set fire to a veterinary hospital! WTH? The Springfield Police arrested this man on January 30 for suspicion of Arson 1, Criminal Mischief 1, and 10 counts of Reckless Endangering. Thankfully, no veterinary staff were hurt, and firefighters risked their life (Thank you!) to respond to the...
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Mushroom I’m-Yunity for dogs with cancer
December 2019 If your dog was just diagnosed with one of my most hated cancers: hemangiosarcoma (typically of the spleen, liver and right atrium of the heart), read on. I’ve previously written about hemangiosarcoma here. While surgery and chemotherapy are invasive, there are a few newer options out there. Including a few holistic medications like turkey tail mushroom and yunnan baiyao. I’ve also written about some up and coming research about newer drugs (called...
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Can feeding this cat food make you less allergic to cats?
I recently just heard about a revolutionary approach to managing cat allergies – through diet. So, if you happen to be allergic to cats and have always wanted one, read on. Purina has demonstrated a new way to decrease the cat allergen, Fel d1, that is released by cats (typically via their saliva). By feeding a new diet, you can decrease how “allergenic” your cat is. Based on research from the Purina Institute, you can reduce the amount of Fel d1 by almost 50%! BTW,...
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Top 5 Halloween Safety Tips for Vets and Pets
The ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center is flooded with calls every Halloween from worried pet owners and from veterinarians who need help. To help you prepare for the big night, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center has put together two lists HERE —the first one for veterinarians and the second for pet owners—based on our most commonly noted problems. And don’t forget to download the posters for fast and easy reference in your facility! 1) Prep for glow stick...
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Veterinary student debt | Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT, Board-certified Veterinary Specialist
Who is stressed about veterinary student debt? I was! When I graduated from Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine back 20 years ago, I graduated with 6-figure debt. I was grateful to my parents for covering my undergraduate (of which I only attended for 3 years, while also being a Resident Advisor to get free room and board). But the stress from graduate school debt was overwhelming. #ad During veterinary school, I did everything I could to help pay off my unsubsidized student debt...
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