The last article on the notorious Kristen Lindsey case on this website is dated 10 August 2019. That’s getting on for two years ago but I’m in the mood to just touch base again on this notorious criminal act by … Continue reading →
There is perhaps a question in people’s minds as to whether online consultations between pet owner and veterinarian will continue after the pandemic. I’m referring to tele-medicine which lets veterinarians provide a consultation remotely i.e. without actually being in the … Continue reading →
In the UK, since 1999 non-vets have been allowed to own veterinary practices. This lead to private equity businesses buying into vet’s clinics. They spotted a nice earner. In retrospect it looks like a bad mistake because when the men … Continue reading →
This tweet has gone viral and you can see why. It is both amusing and wise. It is advice provided, I am guessing, from a veterinary association or head vet, which states under “Handling: General considerations”: “The cat is faster … Continue reading →
A well-known website has an article about a cat who was traumatised after a veterinary clinic visit. I thought that was an exaggeration and moved on. However, when I researched “cats traumatised after vet visit” I discovered a rash of … Continue reading →
NEWS AND COMMENT: This is sheer horror. It is gut wrenching and it makes my heart race. I have to comment on it. This is not just about news. Although the news about this act of gross abuse by a … Continue reading →
Veterinarians are called doctors. You can sue a doctor for wrong diagnosis but the whole process is usually highly problematic. You know that something went wrong and you know that your cat received poor treatment by your veterinarian and as … Continue reading →
The veterinary clinic “curbside model” is one in which the public has restricted access to a veterinary clinic due to the coronavirus pandemic and the necessity to maintain social distance. The public drops off and picks up their companion animals … Continue reading →
Back in the 1960s 98% of veterinarians were men. Nowadays, in the USA, it is said that the current ratio is 55% female to 45% male. And in the future the differential will grow in favour of women. So what … Continue reading →
“Dr” is a courtesy and convenient title for veterinarians.
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