“Visiting Vet” is a column by local vet Dr. Michelle Jasny, offering veterinary advice and insight into the health, behavior, and care of animals. It answers common questions from pet owners while providing practical information about keeping pets healthy and addressing common veterinary concerns. It ran weekly for more than 30 years, and after a hiatus, it returned in spring 2026.
Visiting Vet: Vineyard connections
The return of Dr. Jasny’s column.
Visiting Vet: Is it edible? Ziggy thinks so.
This puppy is not a fussy eater.
Visiting Vet: Diabetes in cats
New treatments are available, but they require monitoring.
Visiting Vet: Old, loud cats
There are some aspects that can be addressed.
Visiting Vet: Adventurous veterinarians
Examining a bear’s mouth is, well, a bear.
Visiting Vet: Overgrooming
Why is Jigsaw pulling out his fur?
Visiting Vet: Hypoglycemia or insulinoma?
Lulu’s blood glucose was low. Scary low.
Visiting Vet: Feline intestinal parasites
Parasites have fascinating life cycles, some with near vegetative states.
Visiting Vet: Avian influenza is near
Here’s some information on protecting yourself, your family, and your animals.
Visiting Vet: Leptospirosis vaccines
Vaccination guidelines for pets can provide owners and vets a sensible local approach.
Visiting Vet: Holiday hazards
Holly and mistletoe are no-nos for pets.
Visiting Vet: The good new days
There is much to be thankful for now.
Visiting Vet: Time is of the essence
Fluorouracil ointment is dangerous for cats and dogs.
Visiting Vet: Keeping Halloween pet-friendly
Are you sure your vizsla needs a costume?
Visiting Vet: Lone star questions, answered
Fast-moving ticks with four or five diseases require a whole lot of information.
Visiting Vet: Solving mysteries
Sometimes the usual treatment doesn’t work, and it’s time for more serious measures.
Visiting Vet: No pain in the neck
There are a few reasons why a playful pup could have sudden pain after a playdate.
Visiting Vet: We’ve got this
Answering phones, setting appointments, and seeing clients in August — we can do it!
Visiting Vet: Tips for Nervous Nellies
Pup afraid of thunder? Lightning? Wind? Any loud noise?
Visiting Vet: Summertime hazards
No dogs left in cars. And that’s just the start.
Visiting Vet: The tale of PeeWee
Your hypothetical cat is acting up again.
Visiting Vet: Brain inflammation — MUOs
Rapid treatment saves lives.
Visiting Vet: Do dogs get poison ivy?
Fido isn’t allergic to it, but he could pass it to you.
Visiting Vet: Captain Jack
Subtle signals can warn of aggression, or call attention to underlying concerns.
Visiting Vet: Aslan in his old age
Just like with humans, there are certain diseases that increase as felines age.
Visiting Vet: Dog aggression — take it seriously
Don’t downplay it until it is too late.
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