Lameness in dogs is a common issue. But is it a cruciate tear? What happens if it is? What even IS a cruciate? Dr. Trussell is here to answer these questions and more as we discuss knee damage, diagnosis, management, surgery (TPLOs especially) and recovery.

My dog's breath is terrible. What's with that? What is this brown stuff? And what's with this professional cleaning recommendation? 

These are the questions we get on the daily. And believe us, we feel your pain. But the scary part is that bad breath is only the tip of the iceberg where dental disease is concerned. Pain, heart disease, tooth loss and more is all associated with unchecked disease in the mouth. Learn with us today about how to keep your pet safe from these things, and how to keep you safe from bad breath!

I know. You've already tried all the foods. BUT. What if there's another method to the madness? If your pet is on the radar for possible food allergies or food sensitivities, give this a listen. You might just find the trick you need to make this next food trial a success. 

Have you ever considered that your pet's weird behavior is actually a totally normal way to conduct themselves in their cute little minds? Let's chat with Dr. Jessica Eastep as she shares her own tale of doggy behavior troubles as well as her insight on what we do to get our pets back on track with the desired "normal" behavior.

It's a big decision! And there's a lot that goes into it. During September's Responsible Pet Ownership Month, let's dive into some tips and tools for how to choose wisely for your family. And if you've already got your pet (or pets) - let's talk about how to make it the best possible life for you all!

Ever wonder what to do about those lumps and bumps that keep popping up on your pet? Should we worry? When do we remove them? What are they? What if it's cancer? Join us with Dr. Tracy Trussell as he talks through a surgeon's perspective on these things we call "masses."

The massive amount of information (and misinformation) about pet foods is daunting to say the least. Here we will dive into the main types of foods, pros/cons, and helpful tips about how to choose what's right for you and your pet! This broad overview will serve as a foundation for our discussions on pet foods, but there's more specific information to come in the future! 

Achy joints is something that happens to almost everybody at some point in life, including our pets. Knowing the symptoms and managament options is key in helping our pets stay comfortable. Dr. Mariah Goodall joins me today to start diving into arthritis management in pets.

As pet owners, we will most likely come to stand at the foot of this bridge before we say goodbye to the pets we love. It's not a fun place. It's a hard place. But it's also a place that is unavoidable. Understanding euthanasia and the role we play as pet family members, caretakers and providers can be paramount in processing this journey. Learn with us, and feel free to cry with us too along the way.

This industry has evolved significantly in many ways over the past few years, but notably the dramatic change in the percentage of women in the field has been undeniable. On this National Women's Equality Day, hear our tales of our journeys as women in the field of veterinary medicine.