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Can Dogs and Cats Eat Without Chewing?
One of my long-time canine patients developed a tumor on his gum. A key principle in treating cancer is removing the entire tumor, and one treatment option for this particular tumor involved...
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Vet LifeApril 29, 2026
Why Your Veterinarian Can’t Always Say Yes: Real Pet Care Examples
I look at veterinary medicine as a team sport. It’s not just the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center team your pet needs—you’re part of the team as well. As a pet owner, you are...
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Emergency WellnessApril 22, 2026
When Should I Take My Pet to the Veterinarian?
I know pet owners have a hard time figuring out when it is time to go to the veterinarian. If you get a reminder for routine care, like your pet’s annual wellness...
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CatsApril 15, 2026
What Is “Crazy Cat Lady Day”? A Look at the History Behind the Label
According to the American Animal Hospital Association, April 19th is Crazy Cat Lady Day. I have to admit — I had never heard of this day before. Frankly, I wasn’t even sure...
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Dogs Pet SafetyApril 08, 2026
Dog Bite Prevention: Essential Safety Tips for Kids, Adults, and Pets
National Dog Bite Prevention Week is next week, April 12-18. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), there are approximately 90 million dogs in the United States, and 45% of households have...
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OncologyApril 01, 2026
What Tasmanian Devils Are Teaching Us About Contagious Cancer
In 2018, I included the Tasmanian devil in a blog about animals and cancer. At the time, the species was being pushed to extinction by a contagious cancer called the devil facial...
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Cats Emergency Pet SafetyMarch 25, 2026
A Cat’s Close Call in a Dryer: The Real Risks of Laundry Machines for Pets
I was wasting time, mindlessly watching cat videos on Facebook, when I ran across this horrifying video. At first glance, a cat using a clothes dryer as an exercise wheel ...
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About the author
Dr. Ann Hohenhaus is a third-generation veterinarian, double board-certified in Oncology and Small Animal Internal Medicine. As AMC’s Director of Pet Health Information, she writes AMC’s weekly blog, hosts a monthly “Ask the Vet” podcast, and regularly speaks to national news media about animal health. In addition, she has contributed widely to research articles and textbooks, lectures internationally, and has won prestigious awards for her work in both veterinary medicine and journalism. In 2021, she joined the influential World Small Animal Veterinary Association’s Oncology Working Group, which she currently chairs.
