Getting Answers From Your Vet Or Seeking a Second Opinion
Friday February 25, 2005
Veterinary medicine is often an emotional subject. Pets are part of the family, and when they are sick or injured, it is stressful -- both emotionally and financially. This article ... Read More
Pregnant in Vet School - Safety Concerns?
Wednesday February 23, 2005
MEYAO asks: "I am (though I hate to admit it) one of the "older" students preparing for vet school. (I never thought I would be calling 31 years old "old"!) ... Read More
Emerging Zoonotic Disease - Racoon Roundworm Infection
Monday February 21, 2005
A zoonotic disease is an animal disease that is transmissible to humans. Racoon Roundworms, also known as Baylisascaris procyonis can be a very serious threat to human health, particularly children. ... Read More
Nutrition Glossary
Sunday February 20, 2005
Vetri-Science Laboratories of Vermont provides an ingredient breakdown and key terminology for pet nutritional supplements. Find out what Perna Canaliculus and Methylsufonylmethane are, and what offer for pet health.
Vets - Visit With Vetri-Science Laboratories
Friday February 18, 2005
Vetri-Science Laboratories of Vermont, a division of FoodScience Corporation, is exhibiting at the 2005 Western Veterinary Conference in Las Vegas. Vetri-Science product line includes Glyco-Flex®, Composure Liquid, Derma Strength, and ... Read More
Spay Day USA!
Thursday February 17, 2005
The 11th annual Spay Day USA is February 22nd, 2005. What is Spay Day? It is the annual spay and neuter campaign in the US to help reduce the ... Read More
A Day In The Life - Pet Care Technician
Thursday February 17, 2005
This "Day in the Life" article features life as a Pet Care Technician in a small animal hospital. Find out what a "typical" day is like in the various animal-related ... Read More
Gifts For Vets?
Wednesday February 16, 2005
MOCHTOM asks: "I was wondering if any other people here besides me give their vet gifts? Normally, it's just at Christmas time, but occasionally I take something to eat to ... Read More
Veterinary Knowledge Quiz - Terminology & Disease
Saturday February 12, 2005
A new quiz to help keep the winter doldrums at bay! This quiz is part of the Veterinary Quiz series, featuring several difficulty levels and topic areas.
Day in the Life - Kennel Assistant
Thursday February 10, 2005
A new addition to the Day in the Life series, submitted by Miranda Wimbush, an animal caretaker in a large boarding facility. The Day in the Life series is a ... Read More
Cost of Vet Care (Again)
Wednesday February 9, 2005
ELISE120 asks: "Much has been written about the financial aspects of vet care. But I felt I had to put my two cents in. I am also extremely tired of ... Read More
Cell Phones Going To The Dogs
Thursday February 3, 2005
A US company has developed a cell phone for dogs to communicate with their owners while the owner is away at work, vacation, etc. Not sure what health benefits ... Read More
Does Puppy Paw Size Determine Adult Dog Size?
Tuesday February 1, 2005
MZEE569 asks: "I was wondering if paw size really determined whether a puppy was going to become a big dog or not. The puppy we adopted looks like a yellow ... Read More