Infusion Therapy
The first time I received a vitamin injection was from a medical doctor that I was seeing in the late 1990s. He gave me...
The District Vet
Sidled snuggly against the small intestine just after it joins the stomach, is an under-appreciated, yet essential organ within the body: the pancreas. Looking...
Debunking Sleep Myths
I’ve always loved to sleep. In fact, it’s my most favorite activity. I love snuggling in my king-size bed with my dogs and drifting...
New Max Robinson Center Opens
The bright, art-deco style walls of Whitman-Walker’s Max Robinson Center, 2301 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. SE, are difficult to miss. For decades, the...
It’s a Tasty World: Protect Pets From Accidental Poisoning
It’s a big, tasty world out there. At least that’s what your dog or cat may think. Our pets are curious creatures and our...
Celebrating Summer S-o-lstice
As a kid, I looked forward to the summer solstice. It signified school was about to end. I knew it was the longest day...
Can My Pet Drink From Puddles and Streams?
As the summer starts to heat up and our pups pant the day away, be alert to their hydration and sources of water. Dogs...
Local Roots Matter: The District Vet
Ever try to return an item to IKEA? Have you ever tried to change your order on Door Dash? Have you ever tried to...
Mustard Seed Massage
Owner Carine Jemia opened Mustard Seed Massage this past fall at 405 8th St. NE, one of the busiest blocks in Capitol Hill. It...
Adequan For Arthritis: Relief for Pets
In January we discussed Solensia, a new mechanism for helping cats with osteoarthritis pain. Arthritis is a common ailment in dogs, and we will...