Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health
Dr Alex Avery
172 episodes
1 month ago
š® Just because we can do more tests or treatments for our pets, doesnāt mean we shouldāsometimes doing everything isnāt the best choice for their quality of life! š¾ Recently, my own cat Molly faced a life-threatening illness, forcing me to ask the same tough questions I ask clients every day: ā¢ Diagnose first! Without accurate diagnosis, you risk the wrong treatment and a poor prognosis. ā¢ Ask if additional tests will really change your treatment planāor simply add expense and stress. ā¢ Weigh...
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š® Just because we can do more tests or treatments for our pets, doesnāt mean we shouldāsometimes doing everything isnāt the best choice for their quality of life! š¾ Recently, my own cat Molly faced a life-threatening illness, forcing me to ask the same tough questions I ask clients every day: ā¢ Diagnose first! Without accurate diagnosis, you risk the wrong treatment and a poor prognosis. ā¢ Ask if additional tests will really change your treatment planāor simply add expense and stress. ā¢ Weigh...
Is withholding pain relief ever OK (or even beneficial?)
Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health
11 minutes
1 year ago
Is withholding pain relief ever OK (or even beneficial?)
š¾ Did you know that it used to be common for veterinarians to withhold pain relief for pets with joint injuries or wounds? The thinking was that this was needed to prevent them from overusing the injured area and causing more harm š±Some vets and owners still advocate for this approach.In my latest podcast episode, I dive deep into this shocking practice and why it's time for this outdated thinking to be left in the past. Join me as I discuss the impact of pain on a pet's well-being and the im...
Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health
š® Just because we can do more tests or treatments for our pets, doesnāt mean we shouldāsometimes doing everything isnāt the best choice for their quality of life! š¾ Recently, my own cat Molly faced a life-threatening illness, forcing me to ask the same tough questions I ask clients every day: ā¢ Diagnose first! Without accurate diagnosis, you risk the wrong treatment and a poor prognosis. ā¢ Ask if additional tests will really change your treatment planāor simply add expense and stress. ā¢ Weigh...
