by Grace Bathery The holiday season is here, bringing with it all kinds of festive foods and occasions that revolve around eating, drinking, and being merry. As tempting as it is to include your pet …
UW Veterinary Care News
Winter hazards for large animals: What owners need to know as temperatures drop
Posted onby Simran Khanuja As winter settles in, livestock and horse owners should be prepared for a variety of cold weather challenges that can impact animal health. Chelsea Holschbach (DMV’14; Department of Medical Sciences), assistant professor …
Common types of cancer in pets and what to watch for
Posted onby Simran Khanuja Building on a long history of leadership and innovation in the field, UW Veterinary Care’s (UWVC) comprehensive, integrated oncology service continues to transform how cancer care is delivered for pets. “With at least one …
One veterinarian, many roles: Molly Racette leads, heals, teaches in UWVC’s emergency department
Posted onby Jack Kelly Clinician. Professor. Mentor. Counselor. Coach. Project manager. Molly Racette (MS’14; Department of Medical Sciences) plays all these roles and more during an average day in UW Veterinary Care’s (UWVC) emergency and critical …
One of a kind: UW Veterinary Care clinicians treat goldendoodle missing part of his spine
Posted onby Jack Kelly While Timmy always had an unusual gait when walking, it didn’t slow him down. The two-year-old goldendoodle’s steps were different than how most dogs walk around — bouncier, and at times a …
Pet-safe plants: What to know and what to grow
Posted onby Grace Bathery Both indoor and outdoor plants make our living spaces healthy and enjoyable places to spend time. But, when it comes to our animal companions, sometimes pets and plants don’t mix. In fact, …
Tips to ease separation anxiety in pets
Posted onby Sim Khanuja As families start a new school year, or any other time schedule changes disrupt an animal’s usual routines, pets may face longer stretches of time alone. This sudden change can trigger separation …
Festive fun can turn toxic for pets: what to watch out for this holiday season
Posted onby Sim Khanuja From Halloween candy to Thanksgiving feasts and holiday decorations, this time of year brings unique risks that can land your beloved pets in the emergency room. Throughout the year, veterinarians at UW …
Protecting your pet’s teeth: dental health promotes overall health
Posted onBy Grace Bathery Just like it is for humans, dental care is an important component in the health and happiness of pets. One of the School of Veterinary Medicine’s board certified dentistry experts, Christopher Snyder, …
8-Year-Old Feline Fergus Benefits From Aggressive Chop-25 Protocol Thanks to Petco Love
Posted onWhen Leah Starr noticed her 8-year-old cat, Fergus, had lost his appetite and was vomiting frequently, she knew something was wrong. A visit to his primary care veterinarian revealed an abdominal mass, leading to …