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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Cats Require Meat-Based Diets Jul 23, 2026
Q: I am a vegan, and I want to feed my cats a vegan or vegetarian diet. What's your advice? A: Veter... Read More
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Q: My 7-year-old, 20-pound mixed breed dog has a heart murmur. Her veterinarian thinks it's due to c... Read More
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Q: I usually walk my golden retriever, Jake, on a retractable leash, which we both love. Our local p... Read More
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