Veterinarian, Speaker & Author
Hidden down a dirt road in Cave Creek, Arizona is a wildlife rehabilitation center that specializes in caring for birds of prey. Founded and directed by Sam and Bob Fox, this organization is “Dedicated to the conservation and preservation of Arizona’s native wildlife through the rescue and rehabilitation of injured and orphaned birds of prey, relocation of displaced burrowing owls, …
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MCSO Animal Safe Haven (MASH) is run by the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office. Over the years this innovative program has made a tremendous difference for some very unfortunate animals. This Saturday, February 23rd, MASH has two adoption events that I wanted to share. More details can be found at https://www.facebook.com/SJsMU. One is in conjunction with PACC911 (see the Facebook landing …
Ear problems are common in cats and dogs. Pictured below is a wonderful cat who came to the clinic for an ear problem. Please study the image then answer the following questions: What is the name of this condition? What causes it to occur? Diagnosis: Aural Hematoma Notice the thickened right ear on this cat. This …
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A few weeks ago, I had the privilege of speaking on behalf of PAWSitively CATS. The event was held at Clues Unlimited Bookstore in Tucson (a wonderful name for a bookstore specializing in mysteries). It was a great afternoon celebrating books, cats and this great organization. They are the largest no-kill shelter in Tucson. Their mission …
The following pictures are of a furry little dog who had severely overgrown nails. One of the nails grew in a circular fashion instead of straight out. The 360 degree nail ended up growing through the dog’s pad! I can’t image how much this hurt. When I removed it, he had a hole in the …
Over my career, I have had many concerned people bring in their female cats for pain. The cats are rolling around on the ground, crying, moaning and keeping them up all night. These cats definitely need treatment . . . they need to be spayed. The following video clip is of an adorable kitten who is in …
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This afternoon I finished writing the first draft of Coated With Fur: A Blind Cat’s Love! It covers part of the second year of my Minnesota clinic. Thank you to the fans who waited since Coated With Fur: A Vet’s Life was published in 2010. Cancer set me back for longer than expected but it did not win! I …
This is Angel, a beautiful long-haired Chihuahua. This is her before picture . . . before having puppies. Scroll down to learn more about the normal stages of canine labor and a video clip to see Angel’s pups. In normal canine parturition, the female (bitch) goes through three specific stages of labor. Prior to its onset, her body temperature will drop …
Pictured below is Bear, one of the clinic cats at Alta Vista Veterinary Hospital in Phoenix, Arizona. This is a large hospital that is open from 7 am to 10 pm seven days a week. I love working there because of the variety of animals we treat and the wonderful staff. This clinic reminds me of my internship …
Many who love dogs give their pets marrow bones to chew on. They naturally believe that marrow bones are safe. However, one look at the picture below demonstrates why I do not recommend them. When the dog is chewing out the center, it is easy for the bone to pass over the lower canine teeth and get stuck around …