Archive for the ‘General Musings’ category

Being the Best

January 15th, 2012

The 2012 edition of Long Island Press’ Best of LI hit newsstands last Friday, and results of last Fall’s voting was finally released to the general public.  “Best Pet Hospital,” “Best Pet Sitting / Boarding,” and “Best Veterinarian” were among the hundreds of categories listed in the newspaper. I am happy [...]

I was doing some light bedtime internet browsing and came across another veterinarian’s blog posting about 1yr vs. 3yr rabies vaccinations.  I laughed a little. I cried a little.  So I’m not accused of any sort of plagiarism, I will refrain from any cutting and pasting, but will merely provide a link to what I [...]

The real cost of healthcare

September 19th, 2010

Recently, I had my own appointment with an otolaryngologist (aka ear-nose-throat or “ENT” physician).  I was diagnosed with otitis externa (an ear infection) and the doctor prescribed some medicated ear drops which I picked up at a local pharmacy.  This experience struck me as one similar to a scenario I see all the time at [...]

I’ve made it clear to most people reading this blog that I don’t agree with the way most other veterinarians vaccinate dogs and cats.  They give too many too often, and their entire preventative care plan revolves around vaccinations.  This awful cycle begins as soon as puppies are born.  Unfortunately I [...]