by Dr. M.J. Wixsom | Mar 18, 2024 | Blog
In the heart of Ashland, Kentucky’s Central Park, a breathtaking sea of daffodils dances in the spring breeze, a vibrant tribute to the enduring spirit of community and the vision I held dear. Yet, behind the delicate petals lies a story of resilience,...
by Dr. M.J. Wixsom | Mar 11, 2024 | Blog
As a veterinarian, my passion for understanding and caring for animals extends far beyond the confines of land. The idea of exploring the mysterious world beneath the waves has always intrigued me, but leaky masks and inability to see without glasses dampened my...
by Dr. M.J. Wixsom | Dec 11, 2023 | Blog, Wildlife and exotics
Recovery from knee replacement surgery often brings unforeseen challenges and moments of unexpected joy. At three weeks and a day post-operation, my journey to full mobility has been a slower ascent than anticipated. Yet, amidst the hurdles, there have been tales of...
by Dr. M.J. Wixsom | Sep 25, 2023 | Blog
They have had blood splatter since about six days after I bought them. I did a splenectomy on a large dog and got some splatters on my right boot. Small animal veterinarians are often called upon to perform life-saving procedures, from emergency surgeries to critical...
by Dr. M.J. Wixsom | Aug 28, 2023 | Blog, Vet Life and It's not just a vet life
We have recently started not being open every Saturday. Of course, I end up pulling shifts at our local ER fairly often. I prefer to work on weekends because staying up all night affects me for the next week, and leaving animals uncared for after midnight...
by Dr. M.J. Wixsom | Dec 26, 2022 | Blog, Howlidays
(apologies to Clement Clarke Moore) T’was the night before Christmas, when all through the houseNot a creature was stirring, wait, did I hear a mouse?Among the stockings by the chimney did he dare,I mean, really? St Nicholas should soon be there! The children...
