One of the most common concerns in general practice is periodontal disease. Periodontal disease is progressive and painful, affecting a pet’s overall well-being. For that reason, it is so important to talk about pet dental care at home and in the clinic. When speaking with owners, I start my dental consult by explaining the stages […]
Ponies and Power Tools
If you’re not an equine enthusiast, you may not understand how horses and power tools go hand in hand. I was a bit confused when I was shadowing an equine veterinarian this summer and he pulled out a very large tool box. I was even more concerned at the huge drill that was removed from […]
Pulling Teeth
In veterinary medicine, there is nothing I can’t stand more than dental work. Working in the small animal clinic this summer, it seems like they always end up way more difficult than anticipated and taking 3 hours or so. To me, it always seemed very repetitive, and I have come to dread dental radiographs because […]
