So why in the world would I invite my clients to whip out their cell phones during the course of an office visit? Because I want to see video of my patients’ symptoms! [More]

I’ll be straight with you- I’ve been procrastinating writing this blog for a long time. Every time I think about it, I get a queasy feeling in my stomach. It’s not because I don’t think it’s reasonable for you to discuss your pet’s nutrition with your veterinarian. It’s super easy for your vet to advise you when to transition from puppy/kitten formulas to adult foods, and if your pet is too fat or too thin and what to do about it. It’s the question of what to feed your beloved four-legged fami [More]

At long last, here is a blog post that will appeal to those of you who love cats (although dog lovers will likely enjoy it as well). You have been such loyal fans in spite of the fact that I know you’ve felt slighted. We all hoped there would be a Talking for Tabby published on the heels of Speaking for Spot. No such luck! The publishers I’ve spoken with feel that medically oriented cat books don’t sell well. Here’s the good news – the medical advocacy principles presented in Speaking for S [More]

I wish I were a fiction writer and the details within this blog were simply a product of my imagination. Unfortunately dog auctions are a painful and despicable fact of life. As much as I dislike crafting blogs that are “downers” I’ve recognized the importance of educating as many people as I can about animal-related issues that undermine our humanity. Dog auctions certainly fit the bill.

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Whether you are independently wealthy, barely making ends meet, or somewhere in between, know that it is perfectly reasonable to request a written cost estimate from your veterinarian before services are provided. [More]