Brachycephalic dogs
From Boston terriers to pugs, flat-faced dogs with short noses are prone to health problems, especially respiratory issues. It’s important to educate yourself about these…
Author: W. Jean Dodds, DVM
Dr. Jean Dodds received her veterinary degree in 1964 from the Ontario Veterinary College. In 1986, she established Hemopet, the first non-profit national blood bank program for animals. Today, Hemopet also runs Hemolife, an international veterinary specialty diagnostics service. Dr. Dodds has been a member of many committees on hematology, animal models of human disease and veterinary medicine. She received the Holistic Veterinarian of the Year Award from the AHVMA in 1994, has served two terms on the AHVMA’s Board of Directors, chairs their Communications Committee, and currently serves on the Board of the AHVMF, as well as its Research Grant and Editorial Committees
Rabies and your pet
Rabies is a serious disease, so making sure your dog or cat is protected with vaccination remains a necessity. As with any vaccine, however, the…
Chronic inflammation and your pet – part 2
When free radicals are released from cells undergoing oxidative stress, the result is chronic inflammation and a variety of health problems in dogs and cats.…
Be aware of dog autoimmune diseases
Autoimmune diseases are increasingly prevalent in dogs and have genetic and environmental triggers. Here’s what you should be aware of. If you were unlucky enough…
The impact of antibiotic resistance in pets
Alternative therapies can help combat the issue of antibiotic resistance in our animal companions. It’s getting a lot of media attention these days. From news…
Zoonoses: can your dog make you sick?
Zoonoses are diseases transmitted from animals to humans, or vice versa. But don’t panic – taking the right precautions can keep you both healthy. Many…
Titer testing in cats
Want to avoid over-vaccinating your cat? Titer testing is a viable alternative to annual booster shots. Jeannie recently adopted a three-year-old cat from her local…