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Vaccinate cats to prevent distemper
Veterinarian Dr. Lee Pickett shares important feline distemper vaccination and disease information with a concerned cat owner.
Why are my dog’s eyes cloudy?
A dog’s cloudy eyes may be a normal sign of aging. Dr. Lee discusses the age-related condition nuclear sclerosis with a concerned pet parent.
What you need to know about heatstroke in dogs
Veterinarian Dr. Lee Pickett shares pet medical advice regarding pets and heatstroke, and the dangers of leaving animals in hot cars.
Watch for infected teeth in pets
Maintaining complete dental health in pets is important. Dr. Lee discusses an abscessed tooth root in a cat presenting with nasal symptoms.
Veterinarians hold diverse opinions about what to feed cats
Concerned pet parents ask veterinarian Dr. Lee Pickett for pet medical advice regarding the proper nutrition for cats.
Vet tips for controlling pet’s weight
Multiple studies show that dogs maintained at a healthy weight live longer than overweight and obese dogs.
Vaccines and tumors in cats
Very rarely, a cat will develop an aggressive cancerous tumor called a sarcoma at the site of an injection. Dr. Lee discusses questions to ask your vet about the types of vaccines being used.
Vaccinate dog before kenneling
Kenneling your dog can present health challenge—including exposure to viruses and bacteria responsible for kennel cough. Keep your dog’s vaccinations current to minimize his health risk during boarding.
Irregular Heartbeat in Dogs – What to Know
Concerned pet parents ask veterinarian Dr. Lee Pickett for pet medical advice about irregular heartbeat in dogs.
