Mike Fietz

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Not-so-happy endings

“There’s blood on the ceiling,” says my frazzled client as her retriever thumps his massive tail against the wall in...

Doo it right

While many diagnostic tests require that a patient be physically present, it is not uncommon for a veterinarian to...

Training days

The coronavirus pandemic can be a frightening time. In this constant state of isolated vigilance, we worry about the...

Safe at home

As we continue practicing social distancing and self-isolation in response to the novel coronavirus pandemic, many of...

The vision thing

Centuries of domestic breeding have resulted in cats and dogs that come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes, and...

Oh, snap

Nine times out of 10, you know this injury the moment you see it: A large-breed dog hobbles in on three legs, with...

Cat pause

Animals have a remarkable knack for stealing our hearts, and it doesn’t take long to develop a deep emotional bond...

Bitter Pills

And how often does he need to take this?” asks my client, with a flicker of hope crossing her face. I dim it with my...

Grains of truth

Pet owners face a perplexing variety of food choices for their animals. From national staples to obscure boutique...

Thoroughly Vetted

It’s a rare week that I don’t see at least one dog or cat with Toxocara, commonly referred to as roundworm. It’s...