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Patricia Thomblison

Dr. Patricia Thomblison is a graduate of Oklahoma State University where she earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and Master of Science. She has devoted her career to keeping pets healthy and happy. She has served many roles in this endeavor to educate veterinary professionals and pet parents on many topics of animal health. She has worn several hats in the areas of clinical pathology, nutrition, and parasitology. She is a well-respected medical editor, veterinary consultant, and lecturer. She enjoys the company of her two cats, Miles Davis and Stewart, as well as a rambunctious dog named Barnibus and her children’s dogs..

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Is Your Dog or Cat Scratching? It Could Be a Pet Flea Allergy

Is Your Dog or Cat Scratching? It Could Be a Pet Flea Allergy

By Patricia Thomblison, DVM, MS Allergic pets often have dermatologic problems with itchy reddened skin. Allergies can be due to a
Summertime Ear Care and Preventing Dog Ear Infections

Summertime Ear Care and Preventing Dog Ear Infections

By Patricia Thomblison, DVM, MS Summertime living is easy…but for your dog’s ears, it may not be so much fun. Summertime often means
Skin and Hair: What Every Pet Parent Should Know

Skin and Hair: What Every Pet Parent Should Know

By Patricia Thomblison, DVM, MS Did you know the skin is the largest organ on a cat or dog, comprising of 12 to 24% of an animal’s
Antimicrobial Resistance

Antimicrobial Resistance

By Patricia Thomblison, DVM, MS ANTIBIOTIC RESISTANCE IN VETERINARY MEDICINE The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have
How to Prevent Your Dog’s Feet From Smelling Like Corn Chips

How to Prevent Your Dog’s Feet From Smelling Like Corn Chips

By Patricia Thomblison, DVM, MS If you have a dog, you’re probably already familiar with a variety of odors you can encounter. Almost
Fall Allergies and Your Pets: Symptoms & Treatment

Fall Allergies and Your Pets: Symptoms & Treatment

By Patricia Thomblison, DVM, MS Many people know the moment the ragweed or other plants bloom and release pollen because they instantly
Halloween Pet Tips

Halloween Pet Tips

By Patricia Thomblison, DVM, MS BOO!!! Halloween can be both fun and terrifying. There are several things to consider to make it a
How to Keep Your Pets Warm During the Winter

How to Keep Your Pets Warm During the Winter

By Patricia Thomblison, DVM, MS WINTER IS COMING. Leaves are falling and the heaters are being serviced to prepare for the coming chill.
Top 5 Winter Hot Spots on Your Dog’s Skin

Top 5 Winter Hot Spots on Your Dog’s Skin

By Patricia Thomblison, DVM, MS Hot spots in winter. Sorry, no, this is not a blog about wonderful vacation destinations during cold
How to Maintain Your Cat’s Dental Health

How to Maintain Your Cat’s Dental Health

By Patricia Thomblison, DVM, MS Dental disease is a common problem for cats. The older they are, the more likely they are to have tooth
How to Keep Good Dental Hygiene in Dogs

How to Keep Good Dental Hygiene in Dogs

By Patricia Thomblison, DVM, MS Have you ever dreaded being in the dentist’s chair and answering the questions regarding how often you
Feline Acne – How You Can Help Your Cat

Feline Acne – How You Can Help Your Cat

By Patricia Thomblison, DVM, MS Did you think acne was just for teenagers? Wrong. Cats can be plagued with acne as well.  While cat
How to Care for Your Guinea Pigs

How to Care for Your Guinea Pigs

By Patricia Thomblison, DVM, MS Guinea pigs, also known as cavies, are sociable creatures that make great pets. They prefer to have