Monthly Archives: February 2021

Are NSAID Pain Relievers Dangerous for Your Dog?

Posted on February 28, 2021 by skeptvet

One of the most common and useful class of medications available to veterinarians are the non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs). These treat pain and inflammation, and the evidence for their safety and effectiveness is robust (1, 2). Like all medications that have any … Continue reading →

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Why do Dogs get Old? Some Basic Theories of Aging.

Posted on February 19, 2021 by skeptvet

Dogs’ lives are too short. Their only fault, really. Agnes Sligh Turnbull The question of why our dogs have to get old can be primarily a rhetorical one, expressing our dismay at the process. It can also be a philosophical … Continue reading →

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Why do Dogs get Old? A New Adventure for the SkeptVet.

Posted on February 17, 2021 by skeptvet

Most of us fortunate enough to be blessed with dogs in our lives have had to confront one great limitation in our canine companions-they don’t live as long as we do. Watching bright-eyed, bouncy puppies evolve slowly into creaky, grey-faced … Continue reading →

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Evidence Update: Discouraging News for CBD & Arthritis in Dogs

Posted on February 10, 2021 by skeptvet

I have been tracking the growing body of evidence concerning veterinary uses of CBD since 2018, and it is an exciting and fast-changing field. While there has only been a little clinical trial research in dogs and cats, there have been … Continue reading →

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Plant-based vs Meat-based Diets for Cats: Which is Healthier?

Posted on February 5, 2021 by skeptvet

It hasn’t been very long since I last wrote about vegetarian diets for pets, but a new study is out that touches on the issue, so I thought it was time for an update.  Dodd, S. A. S. et al. (2021) ‘A … Continue reading →

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