Dr. Ernie Ward She didn’t looked stressed. Not a bit anxious or even nonplussed. She was a cat, after all. But I was convinced stress was the cause of this kitty’s conundrum. Camo (because she was brown, tan and white) looked quite … [Read more...]
The Most Important Decision You Make for your Pet
Dr. Ernie Ward Pet owners and veterinarians are always looking for that one tip, trick or advancement that will help pets live longer, healthier lives. Me, too. And I found it. The most important decision you make each day for your pet is … [Read more...]
The Cancer Bomb
Dr. Ernie Ward It came up suddenly. One day Boomer was fine; the next he had a dime-sized red sore on his side. At first his owner thought it must be a bug bite. Two weeks passed and even though the angry red lump seemed to shrink a little, it was … [Read more...]
It’s Not Any Better
Dr. Ernie Ward “It’s not any better.” Those four words strike fear into the hearts of any medical professional. As I listened to the owner of the three-year-old cocker spaniel, I reflected that in veterinary medicine we’re typically given … [Read more...]
Buster and the Botanical Brownies
by Dr. Ernie Ward “Uh, Doc, how bad would it be if a dog ate a bunch of brownies?” The late night caller’s speech was a little slow and slurred. “Me and my girlfriend were cooking brownies and our dog accidentally ate some of … [Read more...]
Hurricane Preparedness for Pet Owners
Dr. Ernie Ward Having lived on the coast of North Carolina for the past 20 years, I’ve seen my fair share of hurricanes. Whenever hurricane warnings go out, pet owners begin to scramble. I’ve compiled a list of items and actions you should … [Read more...]
“My dog is leaking!”
Dr. Ernie Ward In my daily practice life I’ve grown accustomed to clients telling me things such as, “He licks his vomit.” It’s hard to imagine any other job where this statement would be considered normal. I was not prepared, however, for … [Read more...]
What would you do if it were your pet?
Dr. Ernie Ward The life of a practicing veterinarian is full of high's and low's. The high's come in the form of puppy kisses, cuddly kittens and the satisfaction of solving a challenging case. The low's appear whenever we must deliver bad news to … [Read more...]
Did You Say Ear Infection?
“What’d you say again?” The words rang in my ears. Not because they were true but because they were loudly spoken. And what was that strange odor? Sparkles was visiting me for what had to be the thirteenth time this year with yet … [Read more...]
Dr. Ernie Ward on Rachael Ray Show – “Bionic Animals”
httpvh://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NOF_NriXTmY Dr. Ernie Ward and Rachael Ray discuss some amazing animals with "bionic limbs." original air date July 13, 2011 … [Read more...]
