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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Scrub Pet's Food and Water Bowls Daily Sep 11, 2025

Q: A houseguest watched me refill my dog's food and water bowls without washing them, my usual proce... Read More

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Many Animals Have White Bellies Sep 04, 2025

Q: I notice that many cats have white bellies and some also have white paws, even when the rest of t... Read More

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Ensure Hamster Is Friendly Before Adopting Aug 28, 2025

Q: How do we find a nice hamster for our daughter? A friend of hers has a hamster that bites, and we... Read More

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Long Fingernails Harbor Germs Aug 21, 2025

Q: At my Yorkshire terrier's recent wellness visit, we saw a new veterinarian, a woman with surprisi... Read More