The magic and mystery, the sheer pleasure and joy that cats bring to our lives are no surprise to those of us that have chosen to cohabit with them. As cat people we love them unconditionally; from clipping their nails, … Continue reading
As a veterinarian, the saying “doctors makes the worst patients” holds true for me in an unusual way. When I’m treating my clients’ Pets, I caution against anthropomorphizing (i.e. imposing human qualities onto Pets) Pets, but I find this to … Continue reading
With the New Year just around the corner, I’ve been spending a lot of time thinking about New Year’s Resolutions and how my Pets fit in. New Year’s is especially important because it reminds me how quickly time passes. While … Continue reading
During the holiday season, many of our clients ask our veterinarians if they should be worried about their Pets getting into their holiday goodies. The answer is an emphatic “yes”! There are many unhealthy (and even dangerous) foods that tempt … Continue reading
Late fall and winter bring the celebration of many holidays, giving us a chance to enjoy food, visitors, decorations and gifts! While most of us enjoy getting caught up in the spirit of the season, it’s important to remember to … Continue reading
I just had a birthday and now that I have a few decades (actually more than a few) under my belt, birthdays have become a time of reflection for me. One of the changes I’ve noted as the years have … Continue reading
Yesterday was our dog, Niko’s, birthday-he’s officially 12. This year, we fulfilled two birthday promises–first, we ran a Wisdom Panel, which is a mixed breed dog DNA test and the results are in. It turns out you guys know your … Continue reading
One of the best things about having a Pet is being able to give them treats and see their excitement when they know something good is coming. Last summer, in our July blogs, we discussed several low or no-cal ways … Continue reading
As you may remember from last week I spent one summer in the mid 80s working at a rehab on the San Juan Islands. I have already recounted my meetings with Frank and Blanche the raccoon and sea otter that … Continue reading
On my way to work the other day I saw an adult raccoon do a 360 in the air after being hit by a car. It landed in the bushes and went scurrying off on three legs. I hate to … Continue reading