Pet Health8y ago
What to Do When You Can't Afford Your Pet's Vet Bills
Try an honest conversation with your vet to see what your options are.
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Dr. Debora Lichtenberg, VMD
Veterinarian
196 articles
Dr. Debora Lichtenberg, VMD, is a small animal and exotics veterinarian who has been practicing medicine for over 30 years. A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Lichtenberg also trained at the Philadelphia Zoo. She now practices in the New York City area and lives in the West Village with her husband and her rescued pets, Cocoa and OG. Dr. Lichtenberg has been writing for Petful for many years, and she has been recognized with Certificates of Excellence from both the Dog Writers Association of America and the Cat Writers Association of America.
Pet Health8y ago
Everything You Need to Know About Pet Emergency Poison Hotlines
Time is of the essence if you think your pet has swallowed something toxic, so always have the numbers for these hotlines handy.
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Pet Health8y ago
How Amputation Can Improve a Pet's Quality of Life
Exotic pets — and most other pets — can do just fine on 3 legs.
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Pet Health8y ago
The Pitfalls of Dog Breeding: Alice's Story
Thinking about breeding your dog? Then educate yourself about the risks.
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Pet Health9y ago
Why Visiting the Vet Stresses Out Your Exotic Pet
Get your pet used to car rides and being handled well before a trip to the vet.
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Pet Health9y ago
The Frustration of Feline Interstitial Cystitis in Cats
We don't have all the answers to FIC. But we do know this: Your cat needs to drink lots of water.
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Pet Health9y ago
The Dangers of Ivermectin Toxicity in Dogs
Don't risk giving your dog a medication meant for a horse.
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Pet Health9y ago
Show Some Love for Your Pet This Month and Every Month
Just make sure to do it responsibly.
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Animal Welfare9y ago
Who Takes Care of Your Pet — A Veterinarian or a Corporation?
The corporate veterinary structure threatens the very health and well-being of our pets.
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Pet Health9y ago
The Dangers of Secondhand Smoke to Pets (It's Worse Than You Think)
When you smoke cigarettes in the home, you're not just risking your own health.
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Pet Health9y ago
Why This Vet Supports a Ban on Declawing When Many Still Don't
It's an unethical procedure that maims cats for the rest of their lives.
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Pet Health9y ago
Why the Westminster Dog Show Hoopla Worries Me
Does the famous dog show turn certain breeds into status symbols? And what does the AKC really stand for? You might be very surprised.
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