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Dog Etiquette at Breweries

September 18, 2019

It may have just turned August, but don’t worry, it’s still summer! Besides taking our pups for runs and hikes, swimming with them at the beach or at a lake, there is one other thing that gets us pretty excited during these summer months: dog friendly breweries!

Living with a dog that isn’t yours

September 18, 2019

After deciding to move into an apartment with friends, I received the best news of my life (probably). I would be living with a dog! Now…not my dog…but one of my roommates having a dog was definitely something to be excited about.

Exotic Pet Tales: What Do Exotic Animal Vets Do?

September 16, 2019

This is such a common question for me, and I want to give an unusual answer. What we do outside of the hospital says a lot about how we think, how we care, and who we are.

“Oh no! Is that a hot spot?”

September 6, 2019

The term ‘hot spot’ is used quite often when people outside the veterinary profession talk about dog skin problems.

The Importance of Computed Tomography (CT) for Exotic Animal Medicine

September 5, 2019

The Exotic Animal Department at Bulger now has on-site access to CT imaging. This is a valuable diagnostic tool for any department, but there are definitely unique challenges with many exotic animals that are greatly helped with this technology. Many cases benefit by going to CT instead of, or ahead of, radiographs.

The Case of the Missing History – Albuterol Toxicosis

September 5, 2019

Lily, a 5-year old spayed female (SF) English Shepherd presented to our emergency room at 9am on a Wednesday morning in early spring after being found unable to rise from her crate. The owners immediately rushed her to the hospital and she was gurneyed to the ICU for evaluation.

EEE in Massachusetts & New Hampshire: What to Know for Your Pet

August 30, 2019

There has been an explosion in news reports about Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) in Massachusetts. Here's what you need to know for your pet.

Grain Free Diets and the Dilated Cardiomyopathy Problem

August 15, 2019

You may have heard of recent dilated cardiomyopathy cases in dogs who were eating grain free diets. Read what our Nutritionist and Cardiologist at Mass Vet have to say:

Ziva the Wonder Dog

August 13, 2019

I just knew Ziva’s story needed to be shared. She is truly making the world a better place.

5 Quick Tips for Boarding Your Dog at a Kennel

August 5, 2019

Summer is a popular time for travel, and sometimes those travel plans don’t include your dog. That’s okay! Here’s some quick tips to make sure your dog is ready for boarding.

Exotic Pet Tales: The Pollinator Problem & Saving the Bees (and the Birds!)

August 2, 2019

I will not pretend to have all the answers regarding this controversial decision, but I will put forth what information I have and discuss other issues facing pollinators with the goal to increase knowledge, increase awareness, and let you know what you can do to help.

Skunk Odor Remover Recipe

July 24, 2019

Depending on how badly your pet (hopefully it's your dog and not your cat!) was skunked, you may need to wash him or her a few times. Here's what you'll need...