Life and Death Decisions: Jada's Story
The parents of a 16-year old cat plead with Dr. Phil Zeltzman to perform surgery on a tumor despite the risks and certain decrease in the cat's quality of life.
Pets and Cars: What's Safe?
If your dog rides with his head out the window, don’t miss this blog.
Defeating Diabetes? Gene Therapy Cures Type I Diabetes in Dogs
The groundbreaking research was conducted at Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB). In simplest terms, the scientists injected the diabetic dogs with gene therapy vectors in a single intramuscular injection.
Pets: Just What The Doctor Ordered
Dr. Ruth MacPete discusses the positive health impacts pets can have on our lives. For more from Dr. MacPete, find her on Facebook or at www.drruthpetvet.com!
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Overview
Pugs, Bulldogs, Shih Tzus, and Boxers all have something in common: that familiar, endearing, smooshed-in face. There’s a name for that adorable face: brachycephalic. The above breeds, and many more, are considered brachycephalic breeds and all possess the flat face, pushed-up nose, narrow nostrils, and large eyes.
Canine Influenza
Overview
There’s the bird flu, the swine flu, and the plain old flu. And then there’s the dog flu.
Should You Let Your Cat Outside?
Casey discusses a hot topic: whether or not it's safe for cats to spend a lot, or even the majority, of their time outside. While there are specific health and safety issues to consider, the decision is ultimately up to individual circumstances and preferences.
Global Pet Expo 2013: This Year's Hottest Bird and Exotic Products
There are lots of products out there for exotic pets, including insect-filled reptile lunch boxes, catty stacks for ferrets, and voice recorders for parrots.
Learn About Pet Dental Care With Dr. Ruth MacPete
Dr. Ruth MacPete dishes about dental care and demonstrates how to brush your dog’s teeth.
Show Your Pet Some Love This Valentine's Day
Dr. Ruth MacPete urges us to show our pets some love this Valentine's Day by keeping them healthy. For more from Dr. MacPete, find her on Facebook or at www.drruthpetvet.com!