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Measles, distemper and how anti-vaccination movements are putting your pet at risk
The country is in the midst of a measles epidemic. As of the last week in April, over 600 cases have been reported in 23 states, including an outbreak right here in...
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Everyday MedicineJune 19, 2019
Should cats have a plant based-diet to save the environment?
June is Adopt-a Cat Month. For the entire month, I’m devoting my blog posts to issues important to feline families. Today’s blog post will focus on plant-based diets and feline dietary requirements....
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Everyday MedicineJune 12, 2019
Raise a Happy, Healthy Kitten in 4 Easy Steps
In the North Eastern United States, when the short, cold days of winter give way to the long, warm days of spring and summer, un-spayed cats go into heat. After a 60-day...
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Emergency Pet SafetyJune 05, 2019
The Top 5 Reasons Cats Visit AMC’s Emergency Room
June is Adopt-a Cat Month. For the entire month, I will devote my blog posts to issues important to feline families. Today’s post reviews the top causes of feline emergency room visits...
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Blog Everyday Medicine Pet SafetyMay 29, 2019
Treating Your Pet’s Minor Injuries at Home
With the advent of nice weather, more people and more pets are spending time outdoors. Fresh air and exercise do wonders for everyone, but a day outdoors can result in a minor...
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MiscMay 21, 2019
Blog Post #600!
Today’s blog post marks the 600th post for www.amcny.org! Nearly ten years ago, our first post covered the selection of the presidential pet and we have written about other memorable pets, like...
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Avian and Exotics Blog MiscMay 15, 2019
A Veterinarian’s View of the Galapagos Islands
I was very lucky last month to have fulfilled a long-held desire to go to the Galapagos Islands. The desire stemmed from my general love of animals, a presentation on the giant...
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About the author
AMC’s blog is written by Dr. Ann Hohenhaus, a third generation veterinarian who received a BS from St. Mary’s College of Maryland, with honors, Phi Beta Kappa and her DVM from Cornell University. She has achieved American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine board certification in both Oncology and Small Animal Internal Medicine. Dr. Hohenhaus serves as the hospital’s spokesperson, speaking to national media outlets about issues related to veterinary medicine. In addition to AMC’s blog, she also writes for Vetstreet.com, she served as a blogger for WebMD, and has created content for publications such as Ladies Home Journal and Real Simple Magazine.
