As a veterinarian you get pretty used to hearing some unusual stories and fielding some strange questions. Occasionally, though, there will be a story that sticks in your head and captures the imagination of the entire staff. Such is the … Continue reading
With the recent news from the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) that a cat tested positive for the 2009 H1N1 influenza virus, keeping your Pet protected has probably crossed your mind as a Pet owner. If you or someone in … Continue reading
Our Pets experience the same unknown risks for being exposed to cancer-causing substances as we do. Whether they are relaxing with us at home or we take them to the park, our Pets eat our food, drink the same water, … Continue reading
Before moving to Portland, I lived in a more rural area of Pacific Northwest where fall is one of my favorite times of the year — a great way for me to spend a fall afternoon is seeing all the … 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
This past Sunday brought the fridge clean-out, which is one of my most dreaded chores. In addition to cleaning I found myself doing a mix of snacking and tossing. I hate to waste food and I had in my hand … Continue reading
Beat the heat If you walk outside, try to do so in the morning or evening when it’s cooler. In the mid day-sun Pets outdoors, on cement or blacktop can overheat easily. If you have questions or concerns about a … Continue reading
A bird, a cat and a dog enter through a door all within a few seconds of one another. Fortunately they are not walking into a bar as part of a punch line to a joke–they are in fact visiting … Continue reading
Try as we might to avoid chemicals, they are a part of our lives. They’re frequently used for routine household cleaning or to rid your home of pests such as ants, mice or fleas. Accidents can occur with these chemicals … Continue reading
I heard on a talk radio show yesterday a very animated conversation about how people react to spiders— they’re pretty much afraid of them. The discussion revolved around how frightening it could be if a spider were to appear in … Continue reading