Author Archives: DrDonna

New cancer study in dogs

Posted on January 19, 2011 by DrDonna

This just in! In 2011, The Morris Animal Foundation (MAF) will launch a groundbreaking 13 year canine cancer study. This Canine Lifetime Health Project is the largest and longest study every undertaken in dogs and will enroll approximately 2,500 Golden … Continue reading →

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Cat grooming excessively

Posted on November 23, 2010 by DrDonna

Dear Dr. Donna, I rescued a neutered shorthair male cat about  1 1/2 years ago – he had been shot with a shotgun and had an abscess on his back – which our vet took care of.  I named him “Bozo.”  … Continue reading →

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Bad Breath?

Posted on November 18, 2010 by DrDonna

Don’t just write it off as doggie breath…bad breath is often a sign of periodontal disease in pets.  This painful condition affects 80% of dogs and 70% of cats by age 3. Periodontal disease can result in tooth and gum … Continue reading →

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Managing arthritis pain during the winter months

Posted on November 16, 2010 by DrDonna

Does your pet suffer more from stiffness and pain during the cold winter months?  If so, they are not alone.  Try following these tips to give your pet the arthritis relief they need during the winter chill and year-round! 1.  … Continue reading →

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Blue Buffalo voluntary pet food recall

Posted on October 11, 2010 by DrDonna

The makers of Blue Buffalo pet foods have voluntarily recalled certain lots of the company’s Wilderness Chicken (dog), Blue Basics Salmon and Potato (dog) and Blue Large Breed Adult Chicken (dog) due to fears that the food may contain higher … Continue reading →

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My inspiration

Posted on October 9, 2010 by DrDonna

Special thanks to Fiffi’s family in Sweden…for inspiring me to move forward with www.SpectorDVM.com. My mission is to bring Veterinary Specialty care to pet owners everywhere–no matter where they live–from rural U.S.A all the way to Sweden! If your pet … Continue reading →

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Welcome to SpectorDVM Consulting

Posted on October 9, 2010 by DrDonna

Dr. Donna is now offering second opinions and medical consultations @ www.SpectorDVM.com.  If your pet has been diagnosed with a new medical problem, if you are managing a chronic condition in your pet or current treatments are not going as … Continue reading →

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