Bobby the Robin to be released tomorrow
Well, Bobby the Robin has a new lease on life. I can’t believe it, he did great during the operation and is also thriving with one leg. Bobby is hopping all over and is doing so well! It turns out that his leg was not injured, but rather had been born deformed. Now unfettered by his [...]
Continue ReadingSaving Bobby the Robin
We were taking our daughter to her Kung Fu lesson this week, when what should we find but a juvenile robin with a busted leg. It was hopping and flapping around frantically on the gravel and rocks beside the studio. Now, Dr. Jason is not an avian vet – that means he doesn’t “do birds.” [...]
Continue ReadingBlindness in pets
I’ve had several patients throughout the years that are completely blind like this kitten and it is very difficult to tell. I think animals extra-visual perception is much more keen than ours is. Many people are reluctant to surgically remove diseased, non-visual, painful eyes in their pets. Prothesis eyes are available by referral to a [...]
Continue ReadingMolly – the inspirational three legged horse
This came to us via email, and we enjoyed it enough we thought it was worthy of sharing. I think Molly’s determination and pluck show why we love and admire animals! Note: Dr. Rowan often sees amazingly functional three legged dogs, but this horse is a first! Meet Molly.She’s a grey speckled pony who was [...]
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