Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health
Dr Alex Avery
172 episodes
1 month ago
😮 Just because we can do more tests or treatments for our pets, doesn’t mean we should—sometimes doing everything isn’t the best choice for their quality of life! 🐾 Recently, my own cat Molly faced a life-threatening illness, forcing me to ask the same tough questions I ask clients every day: • Diagnose first! Without accurate diagnosis, you risk the wrong treatment and a poor prognosis. • Ask if additional tests will really change your treatment plan—or simply add expense and stress. • Weigh...
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😮 Just because we can do more tests or treatments for our pets, doesn’t mean we should—sometimes doing everything isn’t the best choice for their quality of life! 🐾 Recently, my own cat Molly faced a life-threatening illness, forcing me to ask the same tough questions I ask clients every day: • Diagnose first! Without accurate diagnosis, you risk the wrong treatment and a poor prognosis. • Ask if additional tests will really change your treatment plan—or simply add expense and stress. • Weigh...
Optimizing Care for Dogs with Elbow Dysplasia (and arthritis): Practical Advice
Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health
14 minutes
1 year ago
Optimizing Care for Dogs with Elbow Dysplasia (and arthritis): Practical Advice
🐾 "Elbow dysplasia in young dogs can start affecting them not just when they're old, but potentially very early in their life!" 🐶🩺 Today on Call the Vet, we dive deep into managing chronic conditions like elbow dysplasia and arthritis:1️⃣ Multimodal approach is key—combining dietary changes, weight management, and environmental modifications to tackle the issue comprehensively.2️⃣ Therapeutic diets and supplements (especially omega-3 fatty acids) can significantly enhance comfort.3️⃣ Regular,...
Call the Vet - an insider's guide to dog and cat health
😮 Just because we can do more tests or treatments for our pets, doesn’t mean we should—sometimes doing everything isn’t the best choice for their quality of life! 🐾 Recently, my own cat Molly faced a life-threatening illness, forcing me to ask the same tough questions I ask clients every day: • Diagnose first! Without accurate diagnosis, you risk the wrong treatment and a poor prognosis. • Ask if additional tests will really change your treatment plan—or simply add expense and stress. • Weigh...