I've teamed up with Clorox to bring you some pet health and safety tips for the summer. Over this week and the next I'll be sharing some info on Facebook and Instagram about household germs and infectious disease prevention. Bottom line for me is, keep it simple! This post is sponsored by Clorox. “Simplify the problem of life, distinguish the necessary and the real.” – Henry David Thoreau, 1848 We spend a lot of time in our lives looking for the next biggest thing that’s going to ... Read more »
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Vaccine vs Disease, Parvo Edition: an Infographic
Vaccines are a complicated topic, let's start with that. It's impossible to break down the conversation into something so simplistic as "Vaccines: yes or no". Some are more effective than others, some prevent more severe diseases than others. There are some vaccines I did not recommend (hello, FIP) and others I was adamant about (parvo!) when I was in general practice. This is why you should have a good relationship with a vet you trust, who is willing to have a dialogue. On the other hand, ... Read more »