He’s Just in to be Neutered!

By Vickie Byard, CVT, VTS (Dentistry), CVJ This young, male Boxer was admitted this morning to be neutered.  Fortunately, we have been taught and value counting teeth of pets, even if the patient is not in the hospital for any dental services. Now, in this case, we...

Surprise!

By Vickie Byard, CVT, VTS (Dentistry), CVJ Just another installment of “Hidden in Plain Sight” (key the soap opera music). This case was a Yorkie-Poo whose pet parent brushes his teeth and provides regular dental care.  There was, as many practices call,...
Taking Great Pains to Alleviate Pet Pain

Taking Great Pains to Alleviate Pet Pain

By Vickie Byard, CVT, VTS (Dentistry), CVJ When I am asked, why I work in veterinary medicine….and dentistry, specifically, I have often responded like this; “I love having the opportunity to help those that can not help themselves.”  While it is...