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A Case for Colic, Part 2

Last week we looked at colic, the scourge of the equine abdomen. As we delved into the signs of abdominal pain in horses and its general causes, I just got so carried away that I suddenly realized colic would take two blogs, not one. So here’s the second helping.   READ MORE

Jun 01, 2012 / (2) comments

Isoflavones May Reduce Body Fat in Dogs

The isoflavones and isoflavonoids found in soybeans have long been known to have antioxidant properties that decrease the tissue damage of normal cell metabolism. It is also known that human populations that consume foods high in these organic compounds have lower incidences of breast cancer and other... READ MORE

May 31, 2012 / (6) comments

The Feline Linear Foreign Body

"If I see string hanging from my cat’s butt, should I pull it?"   READ MORE

May 30, 2012 / (3) comments

Top Ten Topics Veterinarians Wish Pet Owners Better Understood, Part 1

Having been a veterinary clinical practitioner since 1999, I’ve had had numerous opportunities to observe trends of illness and wellness in my patients. My professional experiences have provided valuable insight into the most important aspects of care by which pet owners should abide.   READ MORE

May 29, 2012 / (18) comments

A Case for Colic, Part 1

For all but the most novice horse owners, the word "colic" sends shivers down the spine. This word is like "shark" for divers, or "oops" to a skydiver — well, maybe not that dramatic, but you get the point. Being a horse owner means that at some point during your horse... READ MORE

May 25, 2012 / (4) comments

Can Dieting Make Pets Fat?

A recent study in humans demonstrated that frequent episodes of intentional weight loss can actually make individuals more prone to weight gain. Similar studies have not been conducted in animals. Because metabolic adaptations to calorie restriction appear to be universal from species to species, it... READ MORE

May 24, 2012 / (2) comments

Is Salt Water Poisonous to Dogs?

Last week, we talked about the rare dangers of drinking out of lakes; the risk of blue-green algae poisoning. This week, the dangers of swimming, or actually drinking out of the ocean.   READ MORE

May 23, 2012 / (7) comments

Spring in West Hollywood: It's the Most Hypersensitive Time of the Year

Every spring, the purple flowers blooming on West Hollywood’s plethora of Jacaranda trees make for an astounding sight. Their intense hue brightens the "May gray" and "June gloom" overcast weather that often plagues our otherwise sunny skies. Unfortunately, the Jacaranda blooming... READ MORE

May 22, 2012 / (6) comments

Cats and Allergies

It’s that time of year again. Spring-time heading into summer. The fleas are out in full force. Plants are blooming. Pollen is flying. And your cat may be suffering from allergies.   READ MORE

May 21, 2012 / (1) comments

Mad Cow Disease

Recently, as I’m sure many of you are aware, the USDA confirmed a case of mad cow disease in a dairy cow in central California. This animal tested positive in a rendering facility, which is a plant where food animals of “lesser quality” are ground for things other than human consumption... READ MORE

May 18, 2012 / (5) comments


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Lorie Huston, DVM is a small animal veterinarian with over 20 years experience...
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Patrick Mahaney, VMD is an integrative veterinarian who combines western and eastern perspectives...
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Ken Tudor, DVM has a veterinary practice focused exclusively on pet weight loss and management...
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Anna O'Brien, DVM is a large animal veterinarian working just outside of Washington, D.C. in Maryland...
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Dr. Joanne Intile, DVM, DACVIM is a Cornell trained veterinary oncologist practicing in Maryland…
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