Six Months or Eighteen Months? The Real Truth About When to Castrate a Dog
“I was told to castrate my dog at six months old — but the breeder said to wait until 18 months. What’s right?” This question keeps coming up, and it’s a very good one. The answer today is no longer as simple as it used to be. For decades, six months was the standard recommendation. […]
Opened Syrup Medications in Veterinary Practice
It’s a very common situation in clinics and households alike: a cat or dog recovers, treatment stops, and several bottles of liquid or syrup medications are left half-used. Sayang talaga. Naturally, the questions follow — pwede pa ba ito gamitin? hanggang kailan? at makakatulong ba kung ipamigay? Let’s answer these honestly, clearly, and safely. Why […]
When Grievance Becomes Defamation A Professional Look at Online Accusations, Due Process, and Responsibility
Social media has become the loudest courtroom of our time. It gives voice to frustration, pain, and anger, often instantly and without filters. But when grievances cross the line into public accusations of criminal or moral wrongdoing, the consequences become serious, not only ethically but legally. Recent posts circulating on pages associated with Cavite State […]
Will Pet Insurance Work in the Philippines, and What Will It Do to Veterinary Practice?
Will Pet Insurance Work in the Philippines, and What Will It Do to Veterinary Practice? By Dr. Geoff Carullo, DVM, FPCCP, DPCVSCA. Pet insurance can work in the Philippines, and it is already here in several forms. The bigger question is not “Will it exist?” but “How will it actually pay, and will it make […]
Using Zonrox for Environmental Cleaning: What It Works For (and What It Doesn’t)
Using Zonrox for Environmental Cleaning: What It Works For (and What It Doesn’t) By Dr. Geoff Carullo, DVM, FPCCP, DPCVSCA Zonrox is commonly used in homes with pets, especially during disease outbreaks or heavy parasite infestations. When used strictly for environmental cleaning, it can be a powerful and effective disinfectant — but only for specific […]
Should Clinics Post “Not Connected With Us” Notices About Former Employees?
A Practical, Legal, and Ethical Guide for Veterinary Clinics In recent years, more clinics have started posting public notices stating that a former employee is “no longer connected” with their practice. These posts usually come from a desire to protect the clinic, the veterinarian’s license, and the public. But are these postings really necessary? Do […]