Weekly article archive
The following questions and answers have appeared in my weekly column in the Albuquerque Journal since July, 1996. Each week a new one is added. You'll find information on the physical and behavioral maladies of dogs and cats and a few other species too. I invite you to use the search feature to find the specific answer that you and your pet need.
1. Make sure that your dog always has access to a place to urinate and a way of getting there easily. 2. If your dog’s behavior is a problem, don’t…
Read MoreAren’t all veterinarians trained and licensed the same? If they give good service and have convenient hours, isn’t that enough? Sorry. We veterinarians are not all created equal. I’m a…
Read MoreTwitching skin Some cats have an occasional problem with skin twitches, usually on their backs. It may only last for a second or two, and may happen a couple times…
Read MoreThese problems may be strictly behavioral but it’s important to rule out physical causes. Older cats in particular may be at risk for thyroid tumors, liver failure, or a brain…
Read MoreLittermates suckling on one another is a common unintended consequence of our meddling with Mother Nature. Free-living (feral) litters don’t usually leave for college until they’re 16 weeks old, while…
Read MoreHigh energy cats can be a big problem; many feline trouble makers pounce on their sleeping owners making them cranky and tired. Channel your cat’s exuberance into vigorous play at…
Read MoreMost cats are relaxed and in control when life is predictable. But a surprise that causes one scared kitty to run and hide may trigger an aggressive reaction in another.…
Read MoreIf prevention is the best medicine (and it is, by the way), setting appropriate house rules for your cat will help both of you live happily ever after. Here are…
Read MoreThese are some truly serious oral behaviors in cats. For genetic reasons Siamese and Burmese cats are far more likely to commit this domestic crime, most often sucking and chewing…
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