James Rassi, veterinarian

This blog will be a little different to my other posts. Instead of answering a medical question about your pets, I’d like to talk about something beyond medicine. January 30th is Let’s Talk Day, and, regardless of the corporate branding, the day does have a very positive and important meaning behind it, which is, according to their website: “to promote …

In my last blog I discussed the importance of vaccinations, so I thought I’d continue to discuss the basics and tackle a question I hear (unfortunately) way too often in clinical practice: do I really have to spay/castrate my pet? The simple answer: yes. Yes! YES!! Without question, YESSSS!!!! Now, to avoid making this the shortest blog in blogging history …

Question: Why do I need to keep vaccinating my pet? Do vaccines last longer than the vet clinic recommends?  I have been asked this question several times over the last year, so I thought I’d address it here. However, I’ll be completely honest up-front: this is not an easy topic. I’ll breakdown the article into a couple sections to make …

  This may have been the worst cliff-hanger in the history of blogging, but this article – Part 2 of The Itchy and Scratchy Show – will continue our discussion on why dogs may exhibit allergies. Last article we looked at fleas and flea bite allergies; today we will discuss food allergies and atopy, or atopic dermatitis.   Food Allergies …

I thought I’d take a few seconds to welcome you to my blog! Not only will I be covering some common things we see in everyday practice, but I will also be answering some questions about the behind the scenes of what it is to be a vet. Let’s get into it then… The Itchy and Scratchy Show Part 1 …

Special to Montreal Dog Blog – Dr. James Rassi  There’s a renewed sense of optimism throughout the veterinary profession in Quebec that our treatment of animals is on track to finally get in line with other veterinary circles around the world. The keyword being just that: optimism. Whenever I’ve asked anyone: veterinary medicine professionals, client, friends, family; the outright census was …