Veterinarian, Speaker & Author
On Saturday, May 14th, 2011, I will be appearing at Petique – the Arizona Humane Society adoption center and store located at the Biltmore in Phoenix, Arizona. Come get your veterinary questions answered from 1:00 to 3:00 pm during a question and answer session with the vet. I will also autograph copies of my book, Coated With …
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Pictured below is a wonderful Rhodesian ridgeback named Callie. Callie is a sweet girl who is shy about coming to the veterinarian. She tried to crawl under the chair her owner was sitting on when I entered the room. Smart girl! Some Rhodesian ridgebacks are born with a congenital abnormality associated with the ridge of hair on their backs. …
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If you are in Arizona next weekend, I extend the invitation to meet at the Arizona Women’s Expo! It is a large gathering and is held this year on April 30th and May 1st, 2011 at the Phoenix Convention Center. I will be there with a booth signing books. Please stop by if you are able …
Chinchillas are small mammals native to South America where they live high in the Andes Mountains. To cope with the harsh environment, they have thick hair coats that require dust baths to keep them in shape. Pictured below is Razzy, one of the nicest chinchillas I have ever met. She sat on her owner’s shoulder …
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Last week, I had the privilege of meeting Bruno, a six week old German Shepherd. With his adorable face and sweet disposition, this little guy had me wrapped around his paw in an instant. What a charmer! I can’t wait to watch him grow into those paws. German Shepherds are prone to an eye problem that …
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This weekend is the 9th annual “Desert Dog” Regional Police K-9 Trials in Scottsdale, Arizona. If you haven’t been to a trial before, I highly recommend it. Watching these amazing canine athletes at work with their handlers is fascinating. Teams from all over the southwest will be competing in building searches, an obstacle course, obedience, bite work and …
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Pictured below are two adoreable puppies who belong to a rare breed of dogs. The puppies were born pink like pigs. Their color develops slowly over their first year of life. Name this bald breed of dog. Diagnosis: Mexican Hairless DogThe Mexican Hairless breed of dog is a popular pet thorought Central and South America. …
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Pictured below is a lovely little Shih Tzu named Suki. As a veterinarian, I think of this breed as a love sponge, wanting to soak up every bit of attention they can from their family. Unfortuantely, Shih Tzu’s are also prone to a host of health problems. Name the common health problems found in this breed. …
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniels or cavs as they are commonly called are a royal breed that originated in the United Kingdom. This toy breed comes in four different colors-blenheim, tricolor, black and tan and ruby. Most cavs possess a wonderful personality, making them an outstanding family dog. Veterinarians enjoy working with this breed because of their temperament. Unfortunately, …
Today I received an alert from the American Veterinary Medical Association warning that phenobarbital manufactured by Qualitest Pharmaceuticals might be mismarked. While the label says the tablets are phenobarbital, the tablets inside may actually be hydrocodone or acetaminophen. If your pet is on phenobarbital manufactured by Qualitest to control seizures, please call your veterinarian to verify …
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