Category Archives: Animal Science

I Performed My First Euthanasia Today: I Will Remember it Forever

I performed euthanasia for the first time today. It is one thing to save a life, to take it is another kind of responsibility altogether.

The History of Animal Ethics: The Philosophers Who Have Shaped The Industry

In this article I discuss some of the most notable figures across history in discussion of animal ethics.

5 Cat Breeds with Health Problems to Avoid

Thinking of getting a purebred cat? In this article I list 5 cat breeds you may want to think twice about.

How to Choose the Right Heartworm Prevention for Your Dog

Have you ever wondered what the difference is between different heartworm medications? Have you ever wanted to know which is right for your pet? Check out the article to learn more.

6 Major Differences Between Veterinary Medicine in Canada and Cyprus

After having grown up in Canada and volunteered at multiple clinics there before coming to the Republic of Cyprus for veterinary college, I’ve noticed several difference with how we treat our animals not just ethically, but epidemiologically. In this article, I list 6 major differences between veterinary practice in Cyprus and Canada. 1. Cyprus isContinue reading “6 Major Differences Between Veterinary Medicine in Canada and Cyprus”

The Details of Diabetes Mellitus: Animal Edition

What is Diabetes? Diabetes is a disease that affects ~3.1 million Americans, but did you know it also affects their pets? Indeed kitties and puppies of all nations may suffer from the disease. It general presents during midlife, and while treatable it is not curable (2). In essence, diabetes is a metabolic disease whereby theContinue reading “The Details of Diabetes Mellitus: Animal Edition”

Total Eclipse of the Heart-Defend Your Pet Against Heartworm!

by: Caitlin McAllister What is Heart Worm? “Why do I have to pay for a heartworm test?” Is a question posed by many pet owners staring down the barrel of an ever climbing vet bill, counting the dollar signs of everything we’re doing today. A heartworm test feels quite suspiciously like a convenient little add-onContinue reading “Total Eclipse of the Heart-Defend Your Pet Against Heartworm!”

Be Still My Beating Heart

Image by kjpargeter on Freepik A brief discussion on feline heart disease What is Heart Disease? Heart disease is a broad term used to describe a wide variety of heart conditions. It includes everything from anatomical defects to parasitic infections. Heart disease can be classified in many ways. If the animal was born with theContinue reading “Be Still My Beating Heart”

I got Accepted to Veterinary School in Nicosia

Here is my story My path to veterinary medicine has been a long time coming. I knew I wanted to be a vet since I was very young. It really did begin with James Herriot. I think I was about three when my mother first began reading me stories from All Things Bright and Beautiful,Continue reading “I got Accepted to Veterinary School in Nicosia”