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Understanding Cancer Chemotherapy

In honor of Evie, the brilliant guide dog who succumbed to lymphoma when she was not yet 5 years old. [Editor's note: This entire post & dialogue is available as a PDF, Understanding Cancer Chemotherapy - Dialogue.] Gil is one … Continue reading

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I Am Not A Doctor But You Need One!

I got this message from Billie and Mark, which they addressed to “Dr. Hotchner.” While I am humbled to be trusted by my listeners, I recommend that anyone with a troubling medical situation turn to the Official Second Opinion Vet … Continue reading

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Pumpkin Feeling Punk

I got this appeal from Dee in North Carolina — the length shows how attentive she is to her pets’ symptoms and how aware she is of dangers and nutritional issues too — a really great owner! One of our … Continue reading

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Diabetes In Dogs: Why They Get It, How To Manage It

I have been getting quite a few questions about diabetes in dogs, even though it is a fairly rare occurrence (not like cats, where type 2 diabetes is at epidemic levels). I turned for assistance in answering this question thoroughly … Continue reading

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