I wanted to end my 4th year of vet school with a bang. Not just a high note too; I wanted to end it with a challenge unlike anything I had ever done before. How would I do that? Perhaps I would do a really cool, rare case study. But I plan on spending my […]
Feeding the Geriatric Cat
As modern medicine becomes more advanced the lifespan of our pets is significantly increasing. Both our feline and canine friends are living longer, healthier lives. The world’s oldest living cat lived to be a remarkable 38 years old! With the increased longevity of our best friends, also comes the need for a better understanding of […]
Nutrition for Large Breed Puppies
This week, we had a special lecture on nutrition for large breed dogs when they are puppies. The lecture was given by two veterinary nutritionists that work in our clinic here at Cornell. I figured I would share a bit about what I learned and why it is important. The lecture focused on feeding the proper […]