Ask the Vet

By Janet Tobiassen Crosby, DVM, About.com Guide

Find answers to common veterinary questions relating to medical conditions (pregnancy), diseases, parasites, behavioral issues and careers in veterinary medicine. I regularly check the VetMed forum for new questions to answer.

Dental Care - Brushing Teeth, Dental Cleanings, Dental Disease
Parasites - Fleas, Ticks, Ear Mites, Worms and More
Questions and Answers
How Do I...?
Veterinary Quizzes

Dental Care - Brushing Teeth, Dental Cleanings, Dental Disease

Open up and say Ahhhh! Photo credit: sarah m scott on Flickr.

Puppies and kittens lose their "baby" teeth in the first year. Getting your pet used to having their mouth examined and teeth brushed is a good start to healthy teeth and gums. As pets age, dental tartar and plaque may affect not only the teeth, but gums, heart and internal organs as well. Here are some dental health resources to keep your pet healthy.

Parasites - Fleas, Ticks, Ear Mites, Worms and More

Cheyletiella mite close-up view By Kalumet on Wikimedia Commons

Parasites come in many sizes, shapes and levels of "severity" for our pets. This collection of parasites are those commonly found on dogs, cats, and other species, sometimes affecting humans (called a zoonotic disease).

Questions and Answers

In-depth "hubs" of information about specific veterinary topics.

How Do I...?

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Step-by-step tutorials on pet care, health, nutrition, veterinary advice, and career preparation.

Veterinary Quizzes

Veterinary technician monitoring a patient's vital signs © Janet Tobiassen Crosby DVM

Test your veterinary knowledge and learn new medical facts with these interactive quizzes.