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take a deep breath: petplan pet insurance explains anesthesia use in surgical procedures

  • Dr. Kim
  • Posted by Dr. Kim Smyth on November 15 2012
    Staff Veterinarian and Pet Health Writer of Petplan
I have performed many surgeries and other procedures that require general anesthesia, and a common thread that ties them together is the concern pet parents feel about anesthesia– “What if m...
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the eye of the emergency: petplan pet insurance looks at proptosed eyeballs

  • Dr. Kim
  • Posted by Dr. Kim Smyth on November 12 2012
    Staff Veterinarian and Pet Health Writer of Petplan
There may truly nothing more shocking for an owner to see than a proptosed eyeball. A proptosed eyeball is the medical term for an eyeball that has popped forward out of its socket, and it really is a...
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ach-oo! a look at reverse sneezing with petplan pet insurance

  • Dr. Kim
  • Posted by Dr. Kim Smyth on November 09 2012
    Staff Veterinarian and Pet Health Writer of Petplan
It’s a common scenario in the veterinary clinic: an owner rushes their dog to the office for severe respiratory distress, and by the time they arrive, he is completely normal. “But Doc,&rd...
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when the claws come out: petplan pet insurance delves into cat-owner aggressive behavior

  • Dr. Kim
  • Posted by Dr. Kim Smyth on November 05 2012
    Staff Veterinarian and Pet Health Writer of Petplan
When we think of pet behavior problems, often our first thoughts go to the dogs. Separation anxiety, house soiling, destructive behavior and aggression are all problems we tend to associate with dogs. B...
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don’t wet the bed: exploring common causes of urinary incontinence with petplan pet insurance

  • Dr. Kim
  • Posted by Dr. Kim Smyth on November 01 2012
    Staff Veterinarian and Pet Health Writer of Petplan
Urinary accidents can occur from time to time, in even in the most well trained dog. But if you notice that your dog’s bed is damp more than it’s dry, urinary incontinence may be to blame....
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play it safe: petplan pet insurance on play dates for your puppy

  • Dr. Kim
  • Posted by Dr. Kim Smyth on October 24 2012
    Staff Veterinarian and Pet Health Writer of Petplan
It’s a conundrum for the ages: you want your puppy to be well socialized, but you also want to keep her safe from communicable diseases. Behavior experts recommend you begin socializing your puppy...
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petplan pet insurance presents: a pet parent's guide to making the most of vet visits

  • Dr. Kim
  • Posted by Dr. Kim Smyth on October 22 2012
    Staff Veterinarian and Pet Health Writer of Petplan
Visits to the vet can be stressful, whether your pet is healthy or ill. Maybe your pet hates riding in the car, so you both arrive feeling anxious before you even see the doctor. Maybe you’re worr...
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on the cat walk: petplan pet insurance offers advice on training your cat to walk on a leash

  • Dr. Kim
  • Posted by Dr. Kim Smyth on October 18 2012
    Staff Veterinarian and Pet Health Writer of Petplan
In a previous blog, we discussed how nearly half of the adult dog and cat population struggles to stay at a healthy weight, and all the health concerns that come with those extra pounds. And one of th...
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get to the vet: petplan pet insurance looks at why cat parents shouldn’t neglect wellness visits

  • Dr. Kim
  • Posted by Dr. Kim Smyth on October 16 2012
    Staff Veterinarian and Pet Health Writer of Petplan
I cannot count the number of times pet owners have told me, “My cat is indoors only – she doesn’t need to go to the vet.” While your indoor cat is certainly safer from infectio...
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petplan pet insurance presents: the top 7 easiest ways to prevent illness

  • Dr. Kim
  • Posted by Dr. Kim Smyth on October 11 2012
    Staff Veterinarian and Pet Health Writer of Petplan
  An ounce of prevention can be worth a pound of cure – and sometimes, the same amount of cash! I get asked all the time about the best ways to keep pets healthy, so without further ado, here ar...
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