Back in the 1300’s, bubonic plague killed 25 million people in Asia and Europe. No one knew back them that the virulent bacteria was carried by fleas, which in turn were carried by rodents. In fact, superstition led some in the Middle Ages to blame...
Easter is usually such a fun time: egg hunts and pastel dresses and warm weather. But don’t be dazed by all the sugary sweet innocence - the Easter Bunny has a few tricks up his sleeve for pet parents. In the vein of the Second...
Our older pets hold a special place in our hearts. I can’t tell you how many times clients have told me they love their elderly pet more than anything else on this earth. And yet, because our animals’ lifespan is shorter than ours, we are...
As a human, peeing at the wrong time or in the wrong place is expected when you're an infant, and otherwise considered an act of extreme drunkenness, fear, defiance, or old age. It is not deadly, only humiliating if you're so inclined. On the other...
Nobody I know would ever purposefully poison their dog or cat and yet every month I see at least a handful of pet poisoning cases: barn cats that ate mice (which ate rat poison), sweet hounds that licked up sugary tasting antifreeze, counter-surfing labs that...
My latest medical update is that I am still receiving inquiries for a vaccine for the Canine influenza virus that hit in the Midwest last spring/summer. Unfortunately there still is no vaccine for this virus (H3N2, not to be confused with H3N8 for which there...
A lot of my well-informed clients have been asking lately about the recent research findings on early spay/neuter (S/N). They say they've read about studies that show delaying S/N can protect their dogs and cats from cancer. So of course this leads them to wonder...
The hot weather can pose a host of health challenges for our furry friends so it's important to remain attentive during the dog days of summer. Here are some things to consider: [caption id="attachment_51937" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Max[/caption] Hydration. Dogs and cats need lots and lots of fresh water...
Many of my clients have close, loving relationships with their pets: they play, wrestle and even sleep with them. (Yes, I'm guilty too, my husband can barely fit in the king-sized bed after all the dogs get in…). But that kind of closeness raises health...
Dear Pet Column, I have been hearing about the horrible canine flu outbreak in the Chicago area that has closed down some shelters and cancelled some large dog events in the area. Is this something we need to be concerned with here in Colorado? Sincerely, Fearful of...
