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The History of Pets and Veterinary Care in Revolutionary America
As the United States prepares to celebrate 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence, I started to wonder about pets and veterinary care 250 years ago. I did a...
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Cats Pets and FamilyJune 03, 2026
It’s Kitten Season: Caring for Your New Favorite Fur-Person
June is Adopt a Cat Month and, from a blog writing perspective, my favorite month because I get to write about cats for four consecutive weeks! Today, I’m going to start at the...
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Dentistry SurgeryMay 27, 2026
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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WellnessMay 20, 2026
Helping Your Pet Poop Perfectly: Vet Tips for Healthy Stool
Practically every day, I get an email with a photo of patient poop. The worried owner is usually concerned about constipation or diarrhea. Assessing a pet’s stool quality is a critical part...
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One Health Pet SafetyMay 13, 2026
Should I Be Concerned about Hantavirus in My Pets?
Recent headlines about Hantavirus have understandably made many people anxious. There are several reasons for the concern. First, there is no treatment for the virus, and infection carries a high mortality rate....
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Responsible Pet OwnershipMay 06, 2026
Why Your Pet’s Medications Don’t Always Follow a Simple Schedule
My colleagues and I at the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center spend a great deal of time carefully prescribing medication for pets. Our goal is to return your pet to the best state...
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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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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.
