In small animal euthanasias, it isn’t unusual for the human family to be present with their beloved pet, holding onto them and petting them while the euthanasia actually takes place. Sure, there is sometimes vocalization, agonal breathing, and movement after the administration of the euthanasia solution – but generally speaking, it is a relatively quiet […]
Spring in the Large Animal Hospital
The New Year brings with it resolutions, the first glimpses of spring, more hours of sunlight, warming temperatures. In the large animal hospital, the New Year is the turning point for “baby season”. With many equine breed registries recognizing January 1st as the official birthday for all babies, as well as the breeding schedules for […]
When People Ask Me What to Feed Their Pets
It may be one of the most asked questions of veterinarians (and vet students). I’ve had family and friends, acquaintances, friends-of-friends, and perfect strangers inquire what they should be feeding their pets. With so much information available online, and a constantly growing market with confusing jargon, navigating the pet food market is difficult. Owners want […]
