Voss: The importance of annual exams
As many of you receive reminders from your veterinarian to schedule your pet’s annual exam and vaccinations, you may find yourself wondering: Is all of this really necessary? Why do pets need yearly exams and...
Dr. Kelly Voss
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Dr. Kelly Voss is a veterinarian at Aspen Animal Hospital, where she practices small animal medicine and surgery. She has a background in emergency and critical care and is passionate about bringing high-quality veterinary care to the mountains. Have a question for the column? Email her at dr.kellyvoss@gmail.com
Recent Articles
Voss: Hidden toxins for cats and dogs
Last week, we covered a few common toxicities I see in cats and dogs. Not all animal toxins are as obvious as recreational drugs or medications from our own medicine cabinets. Some are hiding in...
Voss: Almost anything can become toxic
“Uh-oh, my dog just ate…” Fill in the blank, and chances are I’ve probably heard it during a triage call or from a frantic friend. Dogs, and occasionally cats, are notorious for indiscriminate eating. Socks,...
Voss: Feline emergencies
For those of you who have met me, either personally or in the clinic, you know I have a soft spot for cats. I am intrigued by their curious nature, selective affection and wide variety...
Voss: Critical warning signs
Last week we started the conversation around “Is this an emergency?” by covering bloat (GDV) in dogs. This week, we’re looking at two other critical warning signs that warrant an urgent trip to the ER:...
Voss: Is this an emergency?
This past weekend, I picked up a shift at the ER in Basalt to help provide coverage. Staffing veterinary hospitals is always a challenge in the Roaring Fork Valley, and I try to help when...
Voss: Parasite prevention
The signs of spring are impossible to miss in Aspen: Skis get tucked away, trail rides replace powder days and the first hints of green return to our beloved Aspen trees. There is a collective...
Voss: Send your pet questions this way!
When I first moved to the Roaring Fork Valley last fall, I was in awe of how deeply pets are woven into daily life here. Dogs on ski tours, trail runs and coffee shop patios;...