The Expert Vet™

Donna Spector, DVM, DACVIM, is The Expert Vet! This show is for dog and cat owners as well as vet techs and other veterinarians, who need help diagnosing, understanding and treating complicated medical conditions and nutrition issues. The show offers detailed explanations of medical conditions and Dr. Donna’s opinion about chronic, complicated or unusual problems, advice about pain management, cancer diagnosis and treatment, and even how to avoid unnecessary vaccinations. Dr. Donna Spector is a board-certified veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist who is also an active member of the Association of Holistic Veterinarians, knowledgeable about traditional Western medicine as well as alternative therapies and points of view. Dr. Donna is widely recognized for her role as consulting veterinarian and her widely-quoted dog and cat health advice in print and on radio. Dr. Donna practices Internal Medicine in the Northern Chicago area.

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The Expert Vet #5035 (03-02-2015)

The Expert Vet (03-02-2015) #5035: Dr. Donna focuses on elevated liver enzymes, an often overlooked aspect of a blood test that is critical, especially for an older dog. A test showing an even slightly elevated ALT is very serious and she recommends using supplements that offer essential liver support like Denamarin, with a long track record. Dr. Donna explains why pet owners must get copies of lab work and make a spreadsheet to keep an eye on trending over time.

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