Category: Medicine Decision Making
Updated on November 29, 2015
Matters of the Heart
Just like us, our dogs and cats can develop heart disease. What may surprise you is that they don’t experience heart attacks (myocardial infarctions), the most common human heart health issue. This is likely because dogs and cats… Read More
Posted on October 11, 2015
Them Bones: Orthopedic Issues in Young, Large and Giant Breed Dogs
Maintaining the company of a “Clifford” creates a unique feeling of companionship. Walking beside a giant dog, one feels almost regal. And, not having to bend over to stroke your best buddy’s head is a nice perk. If… Read More
Updated on September 22, 2015
The World of Pet Health Insurance
Veterinary health insurance has been around for a good long time, but only recently has it been gaining in popularity. Growth within the industry was initially stymied by inadequate, “slow-pay” and “no-pay” reimbursement policies. Pet health insurance companies… Read More
Posted on September 13, 2015
The Changing Landscape of Pet Health Insurance
Flipping through the September 1st edition of Time Magazine, I came across a full-page ad featuring an attractive, 20 to 30 year old, blond haired woman planting a kiss on the jowl of a lovely looking Bernese Mountain… Read More
Posted on February 22, 2015
Transitional Cell Carcinoma in Dogs
Transitional cell carcinoma (TCC) is the most common cancerous condition affecting the urinary tract of dogs. Scottish Terriers top the list in terms of breed predisposition. What is TCC? TCC is a malignant tumor that most commonly grows… Read More
Posted on February 1, 2015
Is Zeuterin a Good Choice For Your Dog?
I recently filled you in on my experience learning to use Zeuterin, a zinc/arginine solution used to nonsurgically neuter male dogs. Now, I’d like to enhance your understanding of the differences between surgical neutering and Zeutering. Comparison of… Read More
Posted on January 25, 2015
Zeuterin: Chemical Sterilization of Male Dogs
I first wrote about Zeuterin, a product used to chemically sterilize male dogs, a couple of years ago. At the time, Zeuterin was still undergoing studies for FDA approval. Ark Sciences, the manufacturer of Zeuterin, received that… Read More
Posted on January 18, 2015
Sick Sinus Syndrome (SSS)
Pay close attention all of you Miniature Schnauzer lovers! The breed you fancy is prone to a heart condition called Sick Sinus Syndrome (SSS). The sinus involved is not within the respiratory tract. Rather, it is a structure… Read More
Posted on December 7, 2014
Clinical Trials in Veterinary Medicine
Oh, how I love my readers! I learn so much from you, and you are a constant source of fresh ideas for me. Case in point, a week ago I published a blog post about Degenerative Myelopathy, a… Read More
Posted on November 3, 2014
Caring for Our Pets and Ourselves at the End of Their Lives
If ever you’ve lost a beloved pet, or you are close to losing one, I think this piece will resonate with you. My friend, Susan Shannon, who lives and works in California, is the author. She is an… Read More
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