Specialist Vets, Specialest Pets.
Empowering, Practical, and Progressive Health Advice—For the Life of Your Dog
Led by board-certified veterinary surgeon Dr. Henri Bianucci, with over 25 years of clinical experience, our blog is your trusted resource for expert-driven dog health guidance. From advanced specialty care to everyday wellness tips, we offer progressive, practical advice to help your dog thrive—at every stage of life.
Explore real stories, vet-backed recommendations, and product insights designed to empower pet parents and support long-term canine vitality.
Specialist Vets, Specialest Pets.
The Feline Five: Study divides cats into distinct personalit...
I (Perry Jameson) have shared my life with 10 cats, each with a unique personality, but only recently have researchers...
Family veterinarian is first line of defense in a pet's ...
I (Henri Bianucci) recently saw three dogs referred for surgery with tiny, hard-to-detect anal sac cancers — a silent killer...
Resolving sticky issues requires face-to-face discussions, n...
In an emotionally charged veterinary emergency, a dog facing euthanasia was saved by a rescue worker who assumed financial and...
Surgery, not euthanasia, the right solution for cleft palate...
When 8-week-old Oreo the pug was diagnosed with a cleft palate, three different veterinarians recommended euthanasia. His owners refused. Instead,...
Boating with your dog is fun, but keeping them safe is your ...
Boating with dogs can bring unforgettable joy — and, if precautions aren’t taken, unforgettable tragedy. In a sobering trio of...
Even when outcome of pet surgery is a 'coin toss,' e...
At first glance, Puddles the Rottweiler puppy was perfect — sweet, beautiful, full of love. But behind her happy demeanor...
Foster dog teaches important lessons to veterinarian
Trixie was never meant to be Henri Bianucci’s dog. Found malnourished in downtown Charleston and cared for out of compassion...
Insights learned when a patient follows you home
When Dr. Henri Bianucci agreed to perform complex ear surgery on Bear, a beloved cocker spaniel belonging to close friends,...
For pet's surgery, go for the most experienced doctors
In response to a reader’s question about whether a spay surgery should be performed by a veterinary specialist, Dr. Henri...
