Veterinary Pathology – Memoirs of a Country Vet

A Bat in the Bathtub

D. E. Larsen, DVM It looked like it was going to be another warm September day. The sun shone through the trees as I backed the truck out and headed for the clinic. Not a cloud to be seen in the sky. Judy was already at the clinic when I arrived. It was hard forContinue reading “A Bat in the Bathtub “

Salmonella Infection in Calves

D. E. Larsen, DVM Larry was waiting at the barn when I pulled off Old Holley Road. I parked in front of the barn, stepped out of the trunk, and shook Larry’s hand. “What do you have going on today, Larry?” I asked as I opened the back of the truck. “Doc, I have beenContinue reading “Salmonella Infection in Calves”

Tiny’s Swollen Belly

D. E. Larsen, DVM I watched as Dixie showed Mr. Johnson into the exam room. He ducked his head as he went through the door. I don’t know if he needed to duck, but it was close. Mr. Johnson was a large old man. Not fat, just tall and solidly built. In his later years,Continue reading “Tiny’s Swollen Belly “