Our Expert: Dr. Mary Fuller
Lyme Disease: What Dog Owners Should Know
By Dr. Mary Fuller | April 26, 2017In the Northeast and upper midwestern parts of United States — the hotbed for Lyme disease — up to 90 percent of dogs may test positive for the bacteria that cause the disease. Of those dogs,…View Full Post ›
A Common Sense Approach to NSAIDs and Your Pet’s Pain Management
By Dr. Mary Fuller | April 11, 2017Anytime you can relieve your pet’s pain, it’s a big relief for you, too. Thankfully, veterinary medicine offers more ways to do that than ever before. In fact, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs,…View Full Post ›
How to Collect a Urine Sample From Your Pet
By Dr. Mary Fuller | March 28, 2017From a single urine sample, your veterinarian can learn a lot of information about the health of your pet’s kidneys and urinary tract, as well as other organs such as the liver and pancreas. There…View Full Post ›
Don't Drink the Water: Blue-Green Algae Can Be Deadly for Dogs and Other Animals
By Dr. Mary Fuller | March 20, 2017It should be the epitome of pure joy: a dog leaping off the dock and splashing into a lake on a sweltering summer day. But for some dog owners, the scene can quickly turn into tragedy. The culprit:…View Full Post ›
Rehabilitation: Renewal for Stiff and Achy Pets
By Dr. Mary Fuller | September 1, 2016Rusty just wasn’t herself any more. At 10 years of age, the once-active Sheltie lagged behind on walks. She was reluctant to jump onto the bed and couch. And she refused to sit, even when her…View Full Post ›
Noise Phobia: Tips to Comfort a Dog Who Fears Thunder, Fireworks and Other Sounds
By Dr. Mary Fuller | June 22, 2016Does the rumble and crash of a thunderstorm send your dog scuttling under the bed? If so, you (and your dog) are not alone. Storms and other noises, such as fireworks, gunshots and smoke alarms can…View Full Post ›
Intestinal Parasites: The Squirm-Worthy Side of Living With Dogs
By Dr. Mary Fuller | May 10, 2016The woman dangled the plastic bag, pinched between the tips of her forefinger and thumb, at arm’s length over the clinic counter. “I agreed to a puppy, but I didn’t sign up for this,” she said…View Full Post ›
Contact Lenses for Dogs? 5 Eye Procedures That May Help Make Your Dog’s Life Better
By Dr. Mary Fuller | April 28, 2016Dogs may not be able to read eye charts (yet). But there are times when dogs may need a visit to a veterinary ophthalmologist for expert care. Check out some of the ways these board-certified…View Full Post ›
How Do I Know If My Pet Really Has Arthritis?
By Dr. Mary Fuller | February 10, 2016She spends more time snoozing in her bed. She lags behind on walks. She’s less interested in her toys. She doesn’t jump up on the bed anymore. Could these be signs that your pet has arthritis? Could…View Full Post ›
Why Does My Cat… Sleep on Me?
By Dr. Mary Fuller | January 19, 2016During a particularly stressful period in my life, Apple, my long-haired cat, began sleeping on my head. Each night, she would arc her body around my scalp, and I would drift off to sleep wearing a…View Full Post ›
10 Best and Worst Thanksgiving Foods for Pets
By Dr. Mary Fuller | November 16, 2015Nothing says family like Thanksgiving dinner. And since more than 90 percent of pet owners consider their dogs or cats to be part of the family, chances are, you’ll be tempted to share…View Full Post ›
Running and Hot Weather: A Dangerous Combination for Dogs
By Dr. Mary Fuller | August 5, 2015You’d never leave your dog in a car on a hot summer day. But chances are, you may not think twice about clipping on the leash and taking your hyper Labrador Retriever for a brisk jog or…View Full Post ›
