Author Archives: drstecpetvet

Lions, Tigers, & Bears, Oh My!

As mosquito populations are changing, heartworms are becoming increasingly more common in the Arkansas River Valley. According to the American Heartworm Society, Arkansas is currently #3 in the nation for heartworm cases. Read on to learn more about how to protect your pet.

Felix Hates the Carrier

Does your cat HATE the carrier? Does he sadly meow the entire car ride? Now, don’t expect any magic spells, but there are definitely some things you can do to take his anxiety level from an 8 to a 3 or 4.Here are some proactive tips… 🔹 Clean the carrier with a neutral cleanser thenContinue reading “Felix Hates the Carrier”

Schnauzers & French Fries Don’t Mix

Pancreatitis in Vet Med Dr. Stec, Pet Vet Up all night while your pet has had vomiting or diarrhea?  There is a decent chance he or she has developed pancreatitis, especially if they ate a fatty food before their bellyache.  Even a single, innocent French Fry can start the disease, including dogs who have tolerated human foodsContinue reading “Schnauzers & French Fries Don’t Mix”

About this blog & Dr. Stec

I am a regular person with a passion for animals and a curiosity about how Creation works. So I became a veterinarian. On this blog I hope to discuss how we can help your pet and provide some insight into the veterinary world. Some other topics could get sprinkled in, time will tell! Blogging isContinue reading “About this blog & Dr. Stec”