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 […]
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 […]
Avian Influenza (H5N1) in Domestic Cats
Avian influenza, also know as H5N1, has been in the news recently due to an outbreak in dairy cattle. Additionally, several cats have been reported to have contracted the virus. Cats are known to be susceptible to the H5N1 virus, which can cause severe illness. Cats can be infected with H5N1 in several ways. The […]
