Discussions with the Doctor

My name is Dr. Alan Myers. I am a veterinarian in Abilene Kansas.  I graduated from Kansas State University in 1994 with a degree in Veterinary Medicine. I started my career as owner of a solo mixed animal practice, and since have taken on a partner. Together, Dr. Casey Barten. and I purchased another clinic that focuses on small animal medicine, surgery and production kennel medicine.  Abilene Veterinary Services is located in the offices of  Midwest Greyhound Supply, in Abilene, Kansas.  Additionally, we are staff veterinarians for petandkennelsupply.com. We are always available to provide support to PKS customers.   

The articles provided here are written by me.  These are intended to provide basic information. similar to  what  I share with  my clients during “exam room talk”.  Often, these articles are inspired by questions or cases that I have been involved with during the week.

These articles are in no way intended to provide information to make a self-diagnosis.  I want to stress that anytime medical care is needed it is important to contact your veterinarian immediately!! 

For non-emergency questions on animal health, nutrition, and related topics visit

Ask The Vet

• Ring Worm (dermatophytosis) - Answers from Ask the Vet

• Demodicosis (Red Mange) -  Answers from Ask the Vet
  

• Pet Dentals – Keep your Pet’s Teeth Sparkly White

• Feline-Stomatitis-A-Mouthful-of-Disease

• Canine Distemper  - A Full Body Disease

• Heartworm Disease – Love your Dog’s Heart

• Annual Physical Exam – What’s involved in a vet checkup

** The author of this article accepts no liability for misdiagnosis. If your animal shows any signs/ symptoms of the diseases described above, contact your veterinarian immediately. This is an informational article only and is NOT a complete list of diseases in dogs. This article should not take place of regular veterinary care.*