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Dr. Coates is a veterinarian based in the other “Sunshine State” – that's Colorado to the rest of you – where she lives and plays with a varied range of animals. She shares her professional and personal experiences, Monday through Friday, here on petMD's blog, the Fully Vetted. Log in for your daily dose of her insight and wisdom.
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Spayed and Neutered Dogs Live Longer

We talked recently about a study that revealed an increase in the incidence of some significant diseases in neutered male and female dogs in comparison to intact individuals. Disease incidence is important, but the statistic that is of greatest interest to most pet owners is survivability, in other words,... READ MORE

Jun 20, 2013 / (0) comments

Objectively Measuring Arthritis Pain

Most owners will have to deal with an arthritic pet at some point in their lives. Our ability to manage the pain associated with arthritis in animals is much better than it used to be, but monitoring response to treatment is still frustrating. I wish I could ask these patients how effective they felt... READ MORE

Jun 19, 2013 / (1) comments

Safe Havens for Pets

A few months ago, I mentioned that a shelter for women escaping from abusive situations in my hometown had developed a program to place the pets and livestock of abuse victims in loving foster homes while their human family members make more permanent arrangements. An interactive map that allows victims... READ MORE

Jun 18, 2013 / (2) comments

'Talk to the Animals'

How would you like to talk to your dog, cat, horse, or other non-human companion? I mean really talk, not just communicate in the vague or limited way that we do now? I’d love to have a conversation with my own pets, but even more exciting is the thought that I might someday be able to get critical... READ MORE

Jun 17, 2013 / (3) comments

Scribbles, a Horse that Beat the Odds

The slaughter of horses for meat is a hot button issue that we’ve talked about on several occasions. I believe that animals raised as companions should not end up in commercial slaughter facilities. We don’t send our unwanted dogs and cats to slaughter and sell their meat abroad; our horses... READ MORE

Jun 13, 2013 / (3) comments

It’s Difficult to Regulate Diabetics

I recently euthanized a sweetheart of a diabetic cat. I’ll call him “Hans.” Hans had been diagnosed about three years ago, very early in the course of his disease, and his owner and primary care veterinarian were able to put him into remission with dietary changes and a short course... READ MORE

Jun 11, 2013 / (14) comments

How to ... Treat Diarrhea at Home

Up next in our “How to” series, treating diarrhea in dogs and cats at home and when it’s best to seek immediate veterinary attention.   READ MORE

Jun 10, 2013 / (8) comments

Help Vets Who Step Forward in Emergencies

A few weeks ago, I wrote about the need for Congress to modify the Controlled Substances Act to allow veterinarians to transport and dispense medications like euthanasia solution, anesthetics, and some types of pain relievers at locations other than the one listed on their Drug Enforcement Agency licenses.... READ MORE

Jun 06, 2013 / (2) comments

The Truth About Pit Bulls: Part 3

Today: A continuation of our discussion about Pit Bulls. If you missed Part 1 and Part 2, check out the previous posts before rejoining us here.   READ MORE

Jun 05, 2013 / (6) comments

The Truth About Pit Bulls: Part 2

Today: A continuation of our discussion about Pit Bulls. If you missed Part 1, check out yesterday’s post before rejoining us here.   READ MORE

Jun 04, 2013 / (32) comments


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Jennifer Coates, DVM

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...graduated with honors from the Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine in 1999. In the years since, she has practiced veterinary medicine in Virginia, Wyoming, and Colorado. She is the author of several books about veterinary medicine and animal care, including the Dictionary of Veterinary Terms: Vet-Speak Deciphered for the Non-Veterinarian. Dr. Coates also writes short stories that focus on the strength and importance of the human-animal bond, and freelance articles relating to a variety of animal care and veterinary topics. Dr. Coates lives in Fort Collins, Colorado with her husband, daughter, and various species of pets.

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The Truth About Pit Bulls: Part 2
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