Ask the Vet

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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Welcome New Puppy After the Holidays Jan 01, 2026

Q: Our daughter, who recently bought her first house, has been talking about getting a puppy. She wi... Read More

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Don't Use Dog Flea Prevention on Cat Dec 25, 2025

Q: I have a nine-pound cat named Beauty and a five-pound Chihuahua named Beast. Is it OK for me to a... Read More

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Hyperthyroidism Common in Older Cats Dec 18, 2025

Q: Our senior cat is hyperthyroid. How common is hyperthyroidism, and what causes it? A: Hyperthyroi... Read More

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Healthy Lifestyle May Lessen Dog's Cancer Risk Dec 11, 2025

Q: A friend's dog recently died of cancer, and we want to do all we can to keep our own dog cancer-f... Read More