Ask the Vet
Ask the Vet
“Ask the Vet” is an educational, entertaining veterinary advice column written by Dr. Lee Pickett to help animal lovers better care for their four-legged family members. The column, which has been published every week since 2002, is available through Creators Syndicate, Inc.
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Simple Blood Test Detects Heart Disease in Cats Feb 26, 2026
Q: Rambo, my 2-year-old cat, was breathing fast during his annual wellness exam. His veterinarian sa... Read More
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Q: Our Rottweiler has a docked tail, as do many dogs in the U.S. While watching a British dog show o... Read More
Cats and Dogs Don't Interbreed, But Other Species Do Feb 12, 2026
Q: Can cats and dogs breed with each other? A: No. Their anatomy, physiology and breeding behaviors ... Read More
Cats Especially Sensitive to Black Widow Spider Venom Feb 05, 2026
Q: Our indoor-outdoor cats are fascinated by the spiders and spider webs around our house. I am conc... Read More
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