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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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Pet Food Recalls on the Rise?

Doesn’t it seem like we’re experiencing a rash of pet food recalls lately? You probably remember the massive Diamond incident from last year, but ever since then it seems like I’ve been noticing an increase in smaller, but nonetheless worrisome, recalls. According to the U.S. Food... READ MORE

Apr 02, 2013 / (2) comments

How to ... Clean a Pet's Ears

Technique matters! Simply wiping down the inside of the pinna (ear flap) is not a thorough ear cleaning. READ MORE

Apr 01, 2013 / (2) comments

The Dread FIV Infections in Cats

I dread broaching the subject of feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) with the owners of sick cats. As its name suggests, FIV is closely related to HIV, the virus that causes AIDS in people. When clients make that connection, I invariably see an “Oh, Crap” expression cross their faces.   READ MORE

Mar 28, 2013 / (23) comments

PPID, Otherwise Known as Equine Cushing's Disease

My horse, Atticus, is starting to shed out his winter coat. To me, this is one of the most reliable indicators that spring is on its way (despite the fact that we currently have six inches of snow on the ground). However, one of the horses at my barn is not shedding her exceptionally shaggy coat at all... READ MORE

Mar 27, 2013 / (1) comments

Zinc Toxicosis in Dogs

Did you hear the story about the dog in New York named Jack that ate 111 pennies? The little guy inadvertently ingested them while wolfing down bagel crumbs — go figure. Other than the number of pennies ingested, this was a pretty typical case of canine zinc poisoning. “Zinc?” You... READ MORE

Mar 26, 2013 / (1) comments

How to ... Express a Dog's Anal Glands

I’m going to start a new occasional “How to” series today. Every so often (whenever the mood strikes), I’ll write a post on how owners can perform various procedures at home, with the hopes of saving you some money and time. These are things that don’t necessarily require... READ MORE

Mar 25, 2013 / (11) comments

The Lives of Big Dogs ‘Unwind in Fast Motion’

I am on vacation this week. Rather than leave you hanging while I’m catching up on some much needed R & R, I thought I’d channel Linda Richman of Saturday Night Live “Coffee Talk” fame. “Talk amongst yourselves. I’ll give you a [link to a] topic. Discuss!” Today’s... READ MORE

Mar 21, 2013 / (4) comments

Are Vets an Overlooked Source of Expertise?

I am on vacation this week. Rather than leave you hanging while I’m catching up on some much needed R & R, I thought I’d channel Linda Richman of Saturday Night Live “Coffee Talk” fame. “Talk amongst yourselves. I’ll give you a [link to a] topic. Discuss!”   READ MORE

Mar 20, 2013 / (1) comments

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for Pets

I am on vacation this week. Rather than leave you hanging while I’m catching up on some much needed R & R, I thought I’d channel Linda Richman of Saturday Night Live "Coffee Talk" fame. "Talk amongst yourselves. I’ll give you a [link to a] topic. Discuss!"   READ MORE

Mar 19, 2013 / (6) comments

Interesting but Impracticable Research

I am on vacation this week. Rather than leave you hanging while I’m catching up on some much needed R & R, I thought I’d channel Linda Richman of Saturday Night Live “Coffee Talk” fame. “Talk amongst yourselves. I’ll give you a [link to a] topic. Discuss!”   READ MORE

Mar 18, 2013 / (1) 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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Why Large Dogs Die Young
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PETMD POLL

What do you use to prevent ticks from feeding on your pet?

Spot-on meds
60% (114 votes)
Oral meds
14% (27 votes)
Tick collars
8% (15 votes)
Other
6% (12 votes)
N/A (I do not use tick preventives)
12% (23 votes)
Total votes: 191
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