Vet Matters #16 - The Modern Pet

What the changing role of pets means for vets

The status of pets over the past 50 years has seismically shifted. Our dogs have gone from the backyard to the bedroom. Our cats, while often still the poor cousin compared to dogs, are increasingly living entirely indoors with premium food, entertainment and veterinary care. Exotic or unusual pets, such as rabbits, guinea pigs, rats, birds and reptiles…