A Vet's Life

Here you’ll find news and opinions from Pet Health Network’s expert veterinarians.

A Christmas Lesson from an Old Dog and a Cold Rain A Vet's Life
A Christmas Lesson from an Old Dog and a Cold Rain
A short holiday story about a dog who made his guardian so happy one rainy Christmas night.
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Dr. Ruth’s Holiday Gift Ideas A Vet's Life
Dr. Ruth’s Holiday Gift Ideas
Need help picking the purrfect gifts for your furry, four-legged friends this holiday? Here are some ideas for fun and healthy gifts.
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How Rescue Pups help Adopted Children A Vet's Life
Every Annie needs a Sandy: How Rescue Pups help Adopted Children
Studies have shown that rescued pets can help sooth adopted children. Dr. Ernie Ward weighs in on this fascinating topic.
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The Unbelievable Christmas Reunion Nobody Saw Coming A Vet's Life
The Unbelievable Christmas Reunion Nobody Saw Coming
After months of absence, after all hope was lost, Bandit found his own way home.
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5 Ways Big Cats are Just Like Yours A Vet's Life
5 Ways Big Cats are Just Like Yours
While there are many differences between domestic cats and wildcats, they are also very similar. Here are 5 ways they're alike!
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Solving More Common Health Industry Complaints A Vet's Life
Solving More Common Health Industry Complaints
For every pet care problem there is a solution. Learn what a veterinarian recommends you do to have a great doctor's visit.
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Two-faced Cat Lives for 15 Years! It’s Not Fiction A Vet's Life
Two-faced Cat Lives for 15 Years! It’s Not Fiction
Louie was a cat that couldn’t purr. Frank was a cat only able to see out of one eye and did all of the eating.
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CDC, People, and Pets A Vet's Life
What Does the CDC do for People and Pets?
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) do more than predict outbreaks and develop vaccines. The CDC is also very involved in researching emerging diseases that are transmitted from animals to humans as well as diseases that impact our pets. Learn more about how the CDC works to keep both people and pets healthy.
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Paralysis Caused by a Slipped Disc A Vet's Life
Dewey the Dachshund's Story: Paralysis Caused by a Slipped Disc
One of the few true surgical emergencies can cause paralysis
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Performing ACL Surgery on a Cat with Cancer A Vet's Life
Performing ACL Surgery on a Cat with Cancer
Terminal pets: is surgery still an option?
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