Considerations for Behavioral Euthanasia in Dogs
The Case Study Oswald, a 10-year-old neutered male crossbreed dog (suspected German shepherd dog/pit bull terrier), was presented after attacking his owner. The owner was sitting next to and petting Oswald (a common occurrence with no history of aggression) when the dog reacted explosively without an obvious trigger or significant warning other than a momentary […]
Prioritizing a Kitten’s Emotional Well-Being During Physical Exams
Feline patients can often give veterinary professionals a tougher time getting through regularly scheduled appointments because of their behavioral habits. Despite continued advances in feline health care, behavior problems are still the most common cause of euthanasia in pet cats.1 However, to avoid any unwanted behaviors, preventive measures can be taken when cats are at […]
Environmental Changes for Cat Owners: Decoding Signs of Urinary Issues
In this VETgirl online veterinary continuing education blog sponsored by Royal Canin, Dr. Chris Pachel, DACVB, CABC reviews environmental changes for cat owners that can help improve our feline patients health! We may never think about stress in our feline patients, but it is essential. Learn what common environmental stressors exist for cats. Please note the opinions in this blog are […]
When Bonnie Came Home
(A pet owner’s account of behavioral euthanasia considerations, from a first-hand perspective)
Memorable Things I’ve Learned From Pet Seminars
Continuing education is an awesome thing. I am so grateful that my publisher sends me to a couple of places or events each year in order to expand my knowledge of canine health, training and behavior, and nutrition. Over the past 22 years, I have visited quite a few pet food manufacturing plants, pet food […]
Adventure cats are taking over Instagram and coming for travel dogs’ reign
