Dealing With Dogmentia

Deborah Wolfe on Pet Life Radio

Deb Wolfe asks Dr. Jory Bocknek when is a good age to spay and neuter dogs and how can people pick the right pet food?  Is there a new drug out that really makes dogs live 1/3 longer? What do you do when your dog gets senile and starts pacing at night or barking at nothing? This has become a very common problem as dogs live longer lives, many dog owners will face; teach your dogs hand signals to help with this and get some cheap night lights plus Deb and Dr. Jory offer other tips for managing dogs in old age.


BIO:


Dr. Bocknek studied Marine Biology in Santa Cruz California for 3 years before coming to Guelph where he graduated from the Veterinary College in 1993.

Dr. Bocknek has spent the last 23 years practicing small animal medicine, with a special focus in ophthalmology, ultrasound, dermatology and animal behavior. He also enjoys teaching children of all ages about animal care and veterinary medicine.  He is available for class or group talks as well as career day lectures. As a child growing up with dyslexia and dysgraphia, Dr. Bocknek has a unique insight into the challenges faced by kids with special needs.

When he is not in the clinic you can find him snowboarding with the kids, torturing the family with his saxophone or running with his wife Amber.