I’m asked this question every week, usually by well-meaning guardians trying to make sound medical decisions in behalf of their older dog or cat. The good news is that our animal companions are living longer than ever before. Let’s discuss the reasons:

1) Preventive veterinary care: Veterinarians have far …

For much of my adult life, my diet was an afterthought. I simply ate when I was hungry, and my choice of food was usually dictated by convenience. Since I spent 50 to 60 hours per week at the veterinary hospital and my cat Whitney had …

Each of us could easily recite the myriad reasons that our animal companions hold such a special place in our hearts. A common argument levied against animal activists suggests that we prefer animals to people. Rhetorical questions such as, “If you could only save a baby or a dog from a burning …

Veterinarians have been treating cancer in our animal companions for decades. Our goals of treatment are to diminish the impact of the cancer on the animal’s quality of life, minimize side effects, and prolong longevity if possible. The three mainstays of cancer treatment are often surgery to remove solitary tumors …

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In my last post, I discussed why it’s important to see your veterinarian on a regular basis and what we look for during an examination. An equally valuable part of the visit is what we refer to as “history-taking.” I rely on your observations and descriptions in lieu of being able to …