by Dr. M.J. Wixsom | Jan 13, 2025 | Blog, Howlidays, Vet Life and It's not just a vet life
As temperatures plummet to a frigid 7°F this weekend, it’s critical to ensure the safety and comfort of outdoor animals in your community, including both cats and dogs. Bitterly cold weather can be life-threatening for animals exposed to the elements, but there are...
by Dr. M.J. Wixsom | Dec 30, 2024 | Blog, Howlidays, Vet Life and It's not just a vet life
Christmas is often envisioned as a day of joy, filled with family, gifts, and warmth. For those of us working in emergency veterinary care, however, it’s another story—a mix of heartbreak, resilience, and the determination to help those who need us most. This year,...
by Dr. M.J. Wixsom | Dec 23, 2024 | Blog, Howlidays, Vet Life and It's not just a vet life
Behavioral euthanasia—a term that often evokes a deep and complex emotional response—is one of the hardest decisions a pet owner or veterinarian may ever face. As veterinarians, we deal with life and death daily, but certain cases cut deeper than others. These are the...
by Dr. M.J. Wixsom | Dec 16, 2024 | Blog, Howlidays, Vet Life and It's not just a vet life
As the holiday season envelops us in its warm embrace, it’s a time for reflection, connection, and celebration. Christmas has a unique way of uniting communities, bringing families closer together, and reminding us of the beauty in giving—not just presents, but our...
by Dr. M.J. Wixsom | Nov 18, 2024 | Blog, Howlidays, Vet Life and It's not just a vet life
Many years ago, I started the month of November being for thanks giving the entire month not just the day. Others might have picked it up from me it started the same time. Whatever, I don’t need credit, I’m happy for the benefit. Nov 1st: I’m...
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...