As a veterinarian in small animal practice, I know how difficult it can be for pet owners to deal with fleas. The primary issue we encounter is that many pet owners are unaware their furry family member has been sharing everything with these uninvited roommates! Often, a pet experiencing itchiness, redness, and hair loss in […]
Summer Scaries: Leptospirosis
Summer in the Midwest is a dog’s paradise. Long warm days, endless hikes and walking trails, and innumerable lakes for swimming. Adventures abound! Veterinary teams might have a different point of view that comes with these glorious sunny days: heat exhaustion, dehydration, ticks, dog bites, and last minute travel certificates often become the makeup for […]
What to Do the Summer Before Starting Vet School
You’ve been accepted to veterinary school. Woo! Congratulations! As you enter the summer before starting perhaps the most challenging and exciting time in your life, you ask yourself, “What should I do during this last summer before vet school?” Of course, there’s no right answer, but here are some thoughts about the best ways to spend your last “summer […]
