Our Expert: Dr. Andy Roark
Cancer: Now What?
By Dr. Andy Roark | April 10, 2014In July of last year, a young couple brought their two Greyhounds to see me at the clinic. Joel, the 11-year old dog, had begun coughing over the last few days. (Toast, Joel’s faithful…View Full Post ›
Video: The World Is a Scary Place for Pets
By Dr. Andy Roark | April 8, 2014The parasites and diseases that pets can get are downright terrifying. When I think about what it would be like to be covered in fleas, to have mites crawling in my ears, to catch a potentially fatal…View Full Post ›
A Prayer for Dog Owners: A Devotional for Those Who Love Canines
By Dr. Andy Roark | March 24, 2014For me, medicine has always had a deeply spiritual component. I often say little prayers for my patients and their owners, and it is for this reason that I started to think about what I would…View Full Post ›
Video: The Stages of Flea-nial
By Dr. Andy Roark | March 21, 2014In many areas, fleas are a real problem, even in the winter months. Together with your veterinarian, you can help prevent your pets from carrying these parasites. Ask your vet how you can be sure to…View Full Post ›
Global Pet Expo 2014: Tuggo Dog Toy
By Dr. Andy Roark | March 14, 2014Some of the best new dog products we've seen at the Global Pet Expo this year started with nothing more than a good idea, like the Tuggo Dog Toy. Inventor Adam Harrington was sitting on his…View Full Post ›
Global Pet Expo 2014: MagicLatch Leash Connection System
By Dr. Andy Roark | March 13, 2014So what happens when three engineers decide that clipping a leash onto the tiny metal D-ring attached to most pet collars takes more time and effort than it should? Simple. They come up with…View Full Post ›
Global Pet Expo 2014: Hear Doggy Plush Toys Have a Squeak Only Dogs Can Hear
By Dr. Andy Roark | March 12, 2014The lights are low, and my wife and I have just settled in to watch the newest episode of House of Cards on Netflix. “What did he say?” my wife asks. “He said he…View Full Post ›
Video: Make Time to Exercise With Your Dog
By Dr. Andy Roark | March 6, 2014One of the most common causes of dog behavioral problems like barking, chewing or digging is a lack of exercise. Dogs need exercise to stimulate them mentally as well as to burn off excess energy. If…View Full Post ›
Video: Top 5 Ways to Drive Your Vet Crazy
By Dr. Andy Roark | February 20, 2014I am extremely fond of the people who bring their pets in to see me at the veterinary clinic. Helping them take good care of their furry loved ones brings meaning to my life, and genuinely makes me…View Full Post ›
Video: Don't Ignore Cat or Dog Bad Breath
By Dr. Andy Roark | February 6, 2014Bad breath, or halitosis, is often the first sign of dental disease pet owners notice. The smell is frequently caused by trapped food and/or odor-producing bacteria in the mouth. Persistent bad…View Full Post ›
Video: Change Your Life and Adopt a Pet
By Dr. Andy Roark | January 28, 2014Shelters and rescue groups are full of wonderful dogs and cats in need of a home. Adopting one will change a pet's life — and your own!View Full Post ›
Video: Confused by Your Vet's Medical Jargon? Speak Up!
By Dr. Andy Roark | January 16, 2014I have a secret to share. Veterinarians and veterinary technicians talk about medicine constantly. We talk medicine at work, happy hour, the gym and the dinner table (much to the dismay of any…View Full Post ›
