I frantically looked around for the cow. I mean she’s a cow...how hard could she be to spot, but she was nowhere to be seen. I checked by the trailer and what did I find? The gates were not latched. She literally just walked out for a nice little stroll somewhere in Holdenville.
Read MoreIn this book you will meet the charismatic, punchy as ever, handlebar-mustache-wearing, fun-loving Cowboy Ryan!
Read MoreAs many of you know by now, I have been in the process of purchasing my own veterinary clinic. Well, I am happy to announce that I am FINALLY a practice owner!
Read MoreI examine Bart and notice his mucous membranes are extremely pale, very white. His temperature was 104.0 (high). Heart and respiratory rate were within normal ranges. When palpating (feeling) his abdomen though, his spleen was very enlarged.
Numerous fleas were also noted in the exam. Despite having multiple issues he still seemed fairly alert and responsive.
Read MoreNo one should be discouraged from veterinary school! I LOVE what I do. I can’t say that I loved the endless hours of studying, the grueling exams, and the lack of sleep, but the outcome has been the best reward!
Read MoreManaging a pet’s quality of life is a difficult subject I have to discuss with clients frequently in my profession.
Two questions every pet owner has when they’re faced with decisions about their pet’s life is:
“How do I know this is the right time?”
“Am I making the right decision?”
The scenario described below is a very common occurrence so I want to use it as an opportunity to share a few tips your vet will appreciate when you take your animal in for their next visit.
Read MoreBut, when it came to Pistol, the idea of hauling him to schools and trotting him INSIDE libraries and gymnasiums seemed a little…too big.
Read MoreIt cracks me up how my simple question, “So what happened?” can lead to some pretty elaborate storytelling. Kind of like those fish stories your Grandpa tells you!
Read MoreI examine Patience and note that she is very depressed, weak and lying quietly on the exam table. Not typical behavior for a 12-week-old puppy.
Read MorePatient is a canine (dog), female, spayed, five-year-old schnauzer. The owner brought the dog in because she was urinating all over the house. The owner said that Snickers had been urinating in the house, very frequently and struggling a little when urinating.
Read MoreAnyone who works in the service industry knows that serving people can be challenging. Fortunately, I spend most of my time serving the needs of four-legged, furry customers, but every customer comes with a human owner.
Read MoreI am overjoyed by the fact that “Rosie the Pig” has been so successful, but I am even more excited about “Pistol the Horse.”
Read MoreThere are still some good people left in this world, and it fills my heart with joy when I witness an act of kindness. I want to share one such act with you.
Read MoreI had never really thought about going on a mission trip before, but this tugged at my heart. Being a part of this organization has made me feel like I am a part of something so much more.
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