Not too long ago, veterinarians had to be proficient in all aspects of veterinary medicine and animal health. For example, my father, a veterinarian whom I still practice with today, will soon be crossing the 50-year mark in veterinary practice. When he began his career there was no such thing as a board-certified veterinary surgeon.…
Why is it that an ACL injury in dogs is the most common orthopedic injury in all veterinary medicine? Did nature not make this ligament strong enough in dogs? Is it due to bad breeding or are there other factors in play here? This question comes up a lot in discussions with my clients. At…
Every day in practice I encounter overweight pets. And year after year these dogs and their owners return for their health & wellness checks with me. They have either never lost a pound or in most cases, they have gained even more weight. Most of the time, the client says “I know what you are…
I often get asked, “What were your reasons for wanting to become a veterinarian?” Though a simple and direct question, my answer to this now addresses more the question of, “Why do I love being a veterinarian?” As many of you know, my father is also a veterinarian. Come next year he will have devoted…
When it comes to the joint health of your dog, I will tell you right off the bat that you need to take this into your own hands because there is no better advocate for your dog than you. With that being said, you first need to have a broad understanding of all the pieces…
If you know anything about me, you know that this is a topic that I am extremely passionate about. If you do not know me, then hold onto your britches because this ride is going to get a little bumpy. First, let me tell you a brief story: In my last year of veterinary school,…
Understanding and recognizing the early warning signs of dog arthritis is the key to helping your dog before this horrible disease takes over their life. In this video, we cover the 12 subtle signs of arthritis in dogs. The most common misconception by pet owners is that their dog is slowing down because they are…
It always amazes me how many patients come into my canine rehabilitation facility, TopDog Health & Rehabilitation, that were referred by their veterinarian for issues related to hind end weakness. Yet, when I ask the client about whether or not they have had any X-rays taken they say…NO! How the heck can you treat something…
Obesity amongst humans is on the rise and the media is having a field day with this growing epidemic. Due to poor food choices, lack of exercise, and lack of education, we as the human race are hurting ourselves and our children with food. So what about our pets? Are they lean, healthy, and in…
