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When I say “Do not ignore dog vomit” I don’t mean “just step over the mess and hope someone else cleans it up!” I mean consider it a possible sign of a serious physical problem. Ignore it at your peril. I recently survived two medical emergencies with my 10-year-old Weimaraner Maisie. The reason we dodged... Read more »
Drum roll, please! For the first time in the 9 years of the Dog Film Festival there will be a new separate category called SERVICE DOG SALUTE - with cash prizes and all-expense-paid trips to the NYC Premiere on October 24th, 2024 for the top three finalists! As always, the Festival will then travel to... Read more »
Thousands of cat lovers across America have been uplifted and entertained by the NY Cat Film Festival - which would never have existed if it weren’t for Dr. Bruce Elsey’s financial and spiritual support six years ago. Dr. Elsey’s was the Founding Sponsor and continues to make it possible every year as the sole sponsor,... Read more »
How is it possible that nothing is being done about the dangerous young German Shepherd the Bidens bought two years ago - after they got rid of their previous German Shepherd, who himself bit people at the White House? Oh wait - maybe the problem isn’t the dogs who are the fundamental problem? Maybe it’s... Read more »
For the first time ever, we’re throwing a cats-inclusive party on Friday October 20th to celebrate the 6th Annual NY Cat Film Festival on Saturday October 21st (Noon at the Village East theater on 2nd Avenue and 12th Street). The party will be from 5 to 7 PM at the Meow Parlour, NYC’s first cat... Read more »
My brother Tim’s little “step dog,” Shelby, is definitely in the top ten of “wicked cute” little canines. She is a delightful mix of who-knows-what-breeds. But boy oh boy, was that little dog from a rescue the world’s pickiest eater! She had her Mom Sarena (my brother’s partner) turned into a pretzel, trying to find... Read more »
I’m proud and excited to announce the launch of my new podcast EXOTIC PETS, alongside my co-host Dr. Doug Mader. I figured a word of explanation was in order about why I am sitting myself across a microphone from a world-renowned and beloved exotic animal veterinarian to create this show - about creatures I know... Read more »
Cats Are Not (Even Remotely!) Little Dogs! Obviously, cats and dogs are different species, but because they both live with humans they often get lumped together in peoples’ minds. It's common for people to think of cats as "little dogs," but this perception means people are missing the chance to provide for their pets’ true... Read more »
Why Your Cat is a Fussy Eater Cats are commonly thought to be fussy eaters, which should not be true if you're feeding your cat a nice wet meal twice a day. Which is how you should be feeding an obligate carnivore. (Please do not even get me started on the topic of feeding dry... Read more »
What is Your Senior Cat Eating? As cats age, their dietary needs can change in a number of ways. It's time to reconsider what they are eating, especially if you have not been following my urgent recommendation to feed only wet food throughout any cat's life for well-being and longevity. Here are a few things... Read more »