Insider ... Veterinarian says here's how to avoid coming to me ... from nose tip to tail

Upland Nation · Mar 15, 2026 · 47m

I cornered Dr. RuthAnn Lobos of Purina (@petvetruthann) on the floor of the recent Pheasant Fest and asked her how we avoid late-night, long-distance, and simply annoying reasons we need to rush our dog to the veterinarian. She rattled off a long list of first-aid and dire medical situations, and how to handle them until we can get to a vet. Then, she shared ways we can avoid most of those trips (and expenses) with preventive care. From torn nails to diet, eye injuries to barbed-wire cuts, she covers it all.

Thanks to Pyke Gear for hosting the podcast at Pheasant Fest!

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