Buddy’s Recovery: A Detailed IVDD Case Managed with Integrative Veterinary Medicine
On July 15, 2025, Buddy was examined by his regular veterinarian in North Carolina after developing back pain. His owners reported that he would yelp when picked up, occasionally cry out while walking, and had stopped jumping. He also had a previous history of back pain. Examination revealed sensitivity at the thoracolumbar junction, and Buddy […]
Announcing the Phyllis C. Cooke Memorial Scholarship
In loving memory of Phyllis C. Cooke, we are honored to establish the Phyllis C. Cooke Memorial Scholarship through drcookevet.com, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting veterinary healers through scholarships, mentorship, and mental wellness initiatives. This annual scholarship will provide $5,000 to a deserving veterinary student who demonstrates: Phyllis was a woman of extraordinary faith, resilience, and generosity. She devoted her life […]
Fresh Food Diets Linked to New Type of Bladder and Kidney Stones
The Minnesota Urolith Center at the University of Minnesota processes more urinary stones than any veterinary center worldwide, analyzing roughly 93,000 cases annually. That scale allows researchers to identify emerging trends that can directly influence how veterinarians prevent and treat stone formation. In this case, what began as just two unusual samples—identified using infrared spectroscopy—eventually […]
Purchase Feline Patient 6th Ed. by Our Own Dr. Lisa Durso
About The Feline Patient The Feline Patient, Sixth Edition is a comprehensive, practical reference dedicated to the feline-specific diagnosis and management of common and complex medical conditions. Organized for ease of use, it features concise, clinically focused chapters designed to support efficient, evidence-based decision-making in everyday practice. Covering a broad spectrum of topics, it serves […]
Participate in the REVERSE CKD Study
What is the REVERSE Study? The REVERSE study is a placebo-controlled clinical trial to evaluate the effectiveness of TRIV307 in managing the progression of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) in client owned cats over a 9 month period. Two study groups are used in this study, and you will not know which of the groups your […]
Lundy’s Recovery From Bilateral Sciatic Neuritis
Introducing Lundy, a 20 Month Old Spayed Female Pitt Bull Prior to adopting Lundy from a shelter in NC, the clients visited her before her spay surgery. She was normal in her movement as witnessed by the clients and the staff. Lundy was spayed on Feb. 20, 2023. The day after the spay surgery , […]
Feline Stomatitis Study
Overview Stomatitis, also known as lymphoplasmacytic stomatitis, is a serious inflammatory condition affecting cats. While not common, it is far from rare. The disease typically begins with mild inflammation of the gums (gingiva) and tissue at the back of the mouth (fauces), which often progresses to severe inflammation—particularly in the fauces. The tissue may be […]
Life Threatening Anemia treated with Food Therapy and B12 in a 17 year old Feline
‘Morgan’ B’s Case – 17 y/o FS DSH Grey Kitty Oct. 11, 2019 – First Visit Presents for 2nd Opinion for chronic senior cat issues. Morgan saw her old vet yesterday. She is thin and has had a chronic issue with nasal congestion. The antibiotic injection Convenia had helped in the past for the chronic nasal […]
The Changing Veterinary Medicine Landscape, and What it Means for You
As a pet owner, you want your dog or cat to get the best care possible. But maybe you’ve noticed some changes at your vet’s office. The name might have changed, your regular vet may no longer be there, or maybe your latest visit cost more than you expected. You’re not alone, and you’re not […]
Feline Infectious Peritonitis in Domestic Cats
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (also called FIP) is a serious disease caused by a coronavirus that affects domestic cats, especially young ones (often under two years old). It typically comes on suddenly and can progress quickly if left untreated. FIP appears in two main forms: Unfortunately, there’s no single test that definitively confirms FIP, therefore, veterinarians usually […]
