Dog Food, Cat Litter and Mean Girls
Dr. Jory Bocknek tells Deborah which pet food brands are his four favorites and why. What you should pack hiking with your dog plus Dr. Jory explains how ground breaking technology in cat litters like ‘Perfect Litter’ designed for wellness indicators are truly game changing for sick cats who need their urine monitored. Deborah and Dr. Jory discuss the many causes and solutions for cats who don’t/won’t use the litter box. Deborah explains how you tell which of two cats is the victim and which is the bully helping you read your cats better. ‘There is always a mean girl in the bathroom’ Dr. Jory says explaining resource guarding and the serious medical problems like blockages that litter box bullies cause other cats; And sometimes the reverse is true and a hidden health problem is causing the sick or healthy cats to avoid the box. If you have a cat that isn’t using the litter box or you have multiple cats and some harmony issues this show will help you.
BIO:
Dr. Bocknek studied Marine Biology in Santa Cruz California for 3 years before coming to Guelph where he graduated from the Veterinary College in 1993.
Dr. Bocknek has spent the last 23 years practicing small animal medicine, with a special focus in ophthalmology, ultrasound, dermatology and animal behavior. He also enjoys teaching children of all ages about animal care and veterinary medicine. He is available for class or group talks as well as career day lectures. As a child growing up with dyslexia and dysgraphia, Dr. Bocknek has a unique insight into the challenges faced by kids with special needs.
When he is not in the clinic you can find him snowboarding with the kids, torturing the family with his saxophone or running with his wife Amber.