by Dr. M.J. Wixsom | Nov 20, 2023 | Vet Life and It's not just a vet life
I’m off shifts at the Animal ER due to impending knee surgery. My next shift will be on Christmas Day. My staff has already been teasing me about the euthanasia system. As the holiday season approaches, the world around us transforms into a festive and joyous...
by Dr. M.J. Wixsom | Nov 13, 2023 | Vet Life and It's not just a vet life
I am preparing for my own total knee replacement surgery. It’s a significant decision, and I am a tad apprehensive about it. As I embark on this journey, I find it intriguing to explore the striking parallels between knee surgeries in humans and our canine...
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 | May 15, 2023 | Vet Life and It's not just a vet life
I recently saw two beautiful doodles. They had been in a home, but had recently returned to the breeder. Unfortunately the two brothers had been fighting. These were big doodles, 82 and 74 pounds. The owner was scared. I understand that fear. I had a charpei that...
by Dr. M.J. Wixsom | May 1, 2023 | Vet Life and It's not just a vet life
We saw an emergency last week at our veterinary hospital that really emphasized the importance of understanding the costs associated with pet care. The pet owner couldn’t get into any other veterinary hospital, so they came to us on my day off. Unfortunately,...
by Dr. M.J. Wixsom | Mar 16, 2023 | Vet Life and It's not just a vet life
When it comes to caring for your beloved four-legged companions, choosing the right veterinarian can make all the difference. As a veterinary professional with years of experience in animal care, I know firsthand the importance of finding a qualified and compassionate...
