Patricia L DR Balzer VMD

10 Things You Shouldn't Say to Your Veterinarian

Dr. Patty Khuly outlines some remarks that this veterinarian would prefer not to hear from pet owners.

10 White Lies Veterinarians Tell Clients

If you are a regular at dog parks, you know that some pet owners can be clueless. If you recognize yourself in any of these veterinary sarcasms, take notes for your next visit so that you and your pet won’t be the next clients from H-E-double-toothpicks. Read more.

Ten Early Warning Signs of Canine Cancer

Cancer essentially refers to an uncontrolled cell growth on or in the body. It may either be localized, or invade neighboring tissues and then spread all the way through the body. This serious disease is potential in most household animals, and the incidence increases with age. Dogs often get cancer at almost the same rate […]

10 Dog Breeds That Are Prone To Cancer

There are as many different dog breeds as there are personal lifestyles, so it’s no wonder that some people are particularly fond of a certain type of dog. Unfortunately, many breeds (including mixed breeds) are prone to certain health issues, including …

Flying or Traveling With a Dog or Cat

Safe plane, train and automobile travel with your dog or cat.

Want to Volunteer at an Animal Shelter? Here's How to Get Started

Trainer Mikkel Becker offers some simple tips for finding the right volunteer opportunity at a local animal shelter or rescue.

How Do You Know When It's Time to Euthanize a Pet

Deciding to put your pet down is an incredibly difficult decision to make. Dr. Andy Roark offers advice on when to euthanize a pet and what's best for them.

What Makes YOU Feel Appreciated at Your Veterinary Hospital?

It's no secret that many veterinary professionals aren't paid anywhere near what they're worth. By now, we know we're not in vet med for the money.

Behind the scenes at an AAHA-accredited animal hospital

The American Animal Hospital Association gives its seal of approval to veterinary hospitals that achieve a certain standard of practice, and pet expert Steve Dale highlights his own pets' animal hospital, Blum Animal Hospital in Chicago, one of the first practices to gain AAHA accreditation. According to veterinarian Natalie Marks, AAHA requires that practices adhere to numerous guidelines for achieving excellence including staff knowledge and skills…

Veterinary visits help keep pets, humans healthy

Pets may transmit bacteria, parasites and even rabies to their owners, writes physician Anthony Komaroff, a Harvard Medical School professor. Dr. Komaroff recommends that all pets undergo regular veterinary visits for preventive care such as deworming and vaccinations. Additionally, commonsense practices including thorough hand-washing will help prevent problems, adds Dr. Komaroff.

Did you call for a Vet?

Veterinary house calls are a personal and convenient experience that pet parents all across South Florida are excited about! FetchMyVet is the quality, in-home veterinary service for any pet parent…

The Vet Your Pet Will Beg to Visit

Not to be mistaken for the legendary downtown street skaters from the ’80s, Urban Animal is a new animal hospital in the Heights where diversity is not only desired, it’s expected.

How to keep veterinary visits fear-free

Veterinarian Hope Jankunas writes that fear-free visits to the veterinarian's office are possible. Veterinary teams can obtain training and take steps to make the pet's time at the clinic as stress-free as possible, but owners can desensitize animals to anxiety triggers, such as the cat carrier or even the owner's own angst, long before leaving the home.

A Day in the Life of a Veterinary Technician

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to work as a veterinary technician? A Carrington College Veterinary Technology program[1] graduate shows us what a typical day is like.Amber is a Registered Veterinary Technician at VCA Mission San Jose Animal Hospital in Fremont, California.“When a...

Veterinary practices making changes to protect staff and pet owners

FRESNO, Calif. (KGPE) — Some veterinary practices are making changes to protect pet owners and clinic staff from the coronavirus. For instance, Fresno Pet ER has closed its lobby and clients …

12 Behind-the-Scenes Secrets of Veterinarians

Beyond the Veterinary Clinic: Caring for a Dog with Cancer

While you can count on our veterinary clinic for help in fighting your dog’s cancer, you will still need to provide day-to-day care. Here’s how.