Pet Health1y ago
When Is It Time to Put a Dog Down? Understanding Quality of Life and Euthanasia
The decision to euthanize a pet is not an easy one to make, but there can be other factors for and against the procedure.
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Dr. Phil Zeltzman, DVM, DACVS, CVJ
Veterinarian
5 articles
Dr. Phil Zeltzman, DVM, DACVS, CVJ, is a traveling, board-certified veterinary surgeon in the Allentown, Pennsylvania area. He is a certified veterinary journalist, an award-winning author and a prolific speaker. He co-wrote Walk a Hound, Lose a Pound about weight loss in dogs and humans. He also writes a free weekly newsletter, available at DrPhilZeltzman.com.
Pet Health11y ago
Gradually Suffocating: Collapsed Trachea in Dogs
When the disease is advanced or when medical treatment has failed, then surgery can be recommended. Learn more about treatment options here.
5 min read
Pet Health12y ago
New Health Risk for Dogs Who Get Skunked: Red Blood Cell Damage
Skunk spray toxicosis causes a reaction similar to the damage that onions and garlic can do in dogs, and it can even be fatal.
5 min read
Pet Health13y ago
3 Pet Poison Emergencies That Were Entirely Avoidable
Do you know how to keep your pet away from toxins? Dr. Phil Zeitzman, DVM, shares three pet poison emergencies and what you can learn from these stories.
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Pet Health13y ago
How Pharmacies Ignore Veterinarians and Endanger Pets' Lives
Attention pet owners: Up to 35% of veterinarians report that a pharmacy has altered their prescription. Here's what you need to know!
5 min read
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