Hotspots in All of Their Glory

You know what a hotspot looks like right?  It’s red, and probably wet because your dog has been chewing at it. And if you put your hand on it, it’s warm. Thus, it’s called a hotspot. But if you go to the regular Veterinarian, they’re going to say “oh my gosh there’s...

Why Cage Rest Makes Me Crazy

Let’s picture this scenario: your dog hurt something…whether he’s limping or holding up a leg or not walking. The advice from the regular vet is no exercise. No movement. Sit in a cage for six weeks. And yes, I’m sure they prescribed something, allegedly...

Should I Buy an Elevated Dish for My Dog?

You’ve seen these right? They come in really pretty stands? Very well decorated. Gives you the idea that it’s going to help you keep the floor clean.   And the company selling them want you to think that it’s going to reduce your risk of bloat in your dog. Or maybe it...

I Want to Do Titers

Great!   Obviously, you’ve been doing a little bit of research on vaccinating your pets and perhaps vaccine alternatives for pets.     You’ve discovered that there’s a blood test that measures antibody levels which can demonstrate to the world that your dog has...

What Does a Dog in Heat Look Like?

Let’s talk female pets in heat. We have some pretty heavy duty misconceptions in the United States, and a lot of it because the grand majority of our dogs and cats are all surgically altered (sterilized or spayed). Castrated in the case of males. Also called...

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