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Dr. Greg Steele

Dr. Greg Steele

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Ataxia in Dogs: Causes, Signs, and Treatment (Vet Answer)

Ataxia in Dogs: Causes, Signs, and Treatment (Vet Answer)

Ataxia is a common symptom of medical problems in dogs, and a good one to be able to spot at home. Ataxia is the scientific word for a dog becoming wobbly and…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
How Do Vets Spay Cats: Learning From The Experts (Vet Answer)

How Do Vets Spay Cats: Learning From The Experts (Vet Answer)

Neutering cats is one of the most common surgical procedures that small animal veterinarians perform. For female animals, neutering is often referred to as “sp…

Dr. Greg Steele
By Dr. Greg Steele
How Do Vets Put Cats Down? Learning from the Experts (Vet Answer)

How Do Vets Put Cats Down? Learning from the Experts (Vet Answer)

Keeping a pet is a joy and brings many massive positives to many lives, but it's a serious and long-term commitment. You as the owner are taking on the respons…

Dr. Greg Steele
By Dr. Greg Steele
My Cat Ate a Spider! Risks & When to Worry (Vet Answer)

My Cat Ate a Spider! Risks & When to Worry (Vet Answer)

Cats are natural hunters and love to play with and tease their prey. Given how common insects and bugs are around our house, it is very common for cats to chas…

Dr. Greg Steele
By Dr. Greg Steele
My Dog Was Stung by a Bee or Wasp, What Should I Do? (Vet Answer)

My Dog Was Stung by a Bee or Wasp, What Should I Do? (Vet Answer)

It's not unusual for dogs to come into contact with bees, yellow jackets, and wasps when running around outside or playing in the garden. Dogs are also natural…

Dr. Greg Steele
By Dr. Greg Steele
My Dog is Breathing Heavy, Should I Worry? (Vet Answer)

My Dog is Breathing Heavy, Should I Worry? (Vet Answer)

From personal experience, you know that breathing can vary enormously depending on circumstances or situations. It can get faster or slower and shallower or de…

Dr. Greg Steele
By Dr. Greg Steele