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How to Train Your Dog: Prioritizing Positive Reinforcement vs Punishment
In the realm of pet training, a crucial aspect often overlooked is the emotional well-being of our furry companions. As a veterinarian, I’ve witnessed the profound impact of training methods on the human-animal bond. Positive reinforcement training focuses on...
What You Need to Know About the “Mystery Disease” — Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex (CIRDC)
There are many causes of infectious respiratory diseases that affect dogs in the United States. Collectively they are referred to as Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex- CIRDC. This includes organisms like Bordetella, canine respiratory coronavirus, canine...
What You Should Know About Canine Leptospirosis
Leptospirosis is a bacterial infection that can lead to serious illness in dogs. There are several strains of bacteria that can cause illness — we have a vaccine for the four most common strains. The bacteria is most common in warm and wet environments and heavy...
Help! My Dog Needs Surgery — What Do I Do?
No matter what the reason thinking about surgery for your pet is always a stressful time. Today I hope to discuss a few things that might make things a little less stressful. Keep in mind that recovery is going to look different depending on what type of surgery your...
