Four-Leaf Clover 

D. E. Larsen, DVM They called Korea the Land of Morning Calm for a good reason; there seemed to be a slight fog hanging over the rice paddies, and only a couple farmers were moving down to check on the water flow through the paddies. It was early May 1967, and the country was warmingContinue reading “Four-Leaf Clover “

Gus and Blackie, From the Archives

D. E. Larsen, DVM We watched as Blackie hurried across Main Street, almost in the crosswalk and with no regard for the traffic light, his long leash trailing behind him. Blackie was a Dachshund cross, solid black in color, and the structure of a Dachshund.  Blackie was always in the lead and always seemed toContinue reading “Gus and Blackie, From the Archives”

Driving Blind, From the Archives

D. E. Larsen, DVM This was one of extra busy days in the middle of July. The appointment book was full. Most of the problems were flea problems. I always became weary of discussing the flea life cycle with folks. We were trying to put out the fire that should have been controlled last winter.Continue reading “Driving Blind, From the Archives”