The Animal Doctor by Dr. Michael W. Fox

The Animal Doctor in Pets March 07, 2021

SARS-CoV-2 Warning for Ferret Owners and Breeders

DEAR READERS: The coronavirus responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic is notable in that infected people can infect other animals -- mink, in particular. And infected mink can infect people with new ... continue

The Animal Doctor in Pets March 01, 2021

Pet Health Insurance: Pros and Cons To Be Determined

DEAR READERS: The posting in the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association (Jan. 15, 2021, vol. 258, pp. 104-105, "Regulatory standards on pet health insurance being developed") affirm... continue

The Animal Doctor in Pets February 28, 2021

Trophy Hunting and the Empathy-Deficit Disorder

DEAR DR. FOX: I have a gripe against you being against all hunters. Deer hunting has been our family tradition for generations. Maybe you need to apologize or clarify. -- R.E., Fargo, North Dakota ... continue

The Animal Doctor in Pets February 22, 2021

Cat Constipation Concerns

DEAR DR. FOX: I am a new owner of a rescued cat, as well as a dog I inherited from my aunt. Both get on so well, and give me all the love and attention I could have ever hoped for in this time of s... continue