Hip Dysplasia & Exercise
Wednesday June 30, 2004
EiMay asks: "my dog was just diagnosed with hip dysplasia on both sides, worse on the right. The vet said he needs to lose about 10 lbs. I was ... Read More
Hip Dysplasia - Alternative Treatments?
Thursday June 24, 2004
GOLDENK9MOMMY asks: "I have a 6 month old Golden Retriever that has bad hip dysplasia. The vets have recommended a TPO (where they break the pelvis and rotate the ... Read More
Any Advantage to Applying Early for Vet School?
Wednesday June 23, 2004
KELJO09 asks: "Is there any real advantage to applying early in the cycle to vet school -- as in now (June/July) vs. September/October? If so, what schools? I'm not ... Read More
The costs of veterinary care -- viewers respond
Thursday June 17, 2004
Last week I asked for your thoughts and opinions on recent forum topics on veterinary costs. Wow - the comments came rolling in! Viewers had a lot to say on ... Read More
What is the "big deal" about spaying & neutering?
Wednesday June 16, 2004
FOOLSNLOVE asks "why?" -- why spay and neuter dogs? If they aren't going to be running around the neighborhood, what is the "big deal" about spaying and neutering? Some great ... Read More
I Found A Baby Bat
Tuesday June 15, 2004
DUALFRAGMENT asks: "It is very small and it just makes high pitched noises. Less than 2 inches long. I tried giving it a dead fly but it won't eat. ... Read More
Veterinary Q & A: Help I need a Diagnosis!
Monday June 14, 2004
A common theme on this site is "help! my pet is sick and I need an answer right now!". As an animal lover myself, I certainly understand the panic one ... Read More
Viewer Viewpoint - "Money Hungry Vets" vs "Proper" Ownership
Sunday June 13, 2004
Guest author Susan Morrelli voices her thoughts and opinions on the costs of pet veterinary care and providing responsible, loving homes to previously "unwanted" pets.
Shaking Parakeet = Sick?
Wednesday June 9, 2004
GARNEYCRYSTALS asks: "Recently, my female parakeet has started making sudden jerking movements, as if she's shaking something off. But, when I checked her, there seemed to be nothing wrong with ... Read More
Over The Counter Flea Products
Wednesday June 9, 2004
JONESBOY1129 asks: "Is there a significant difference (other than price!) between over-the-counter flea products compared to prescription ones from a vet?"
My pet is sick, and I can't afford to go to the vet
Friday June 4, 2004
The costs of veterinary care is often at the forefront of the minds of pet owners and vets alike. The subject of "money hungry vets" is a common topic in ... Read More
Exercise Your Brain
Friday June 4, 2004
School is almost out, and students everywhere are looking forward to summer vacation. Here's a set of veterinary quizzes to keep you sharp over the lazy days of summer. Enjoy!
Insect Repellent for Cats?
Tuesday June 1, 2004
PEARLMAAM asks: "Every summer, my cat's ears get covered with whitish spots, which he scratches until they bleed. I took him to an allergist/dermatologist, who said they were insect bites. ... Read More