Roark Freeman DVM

01/10/2017

Greatest hits: The top 10 most-read clinical articles of 2016 from DVM 360!

From image quizzes to journal reviews and updated protocols, here's what your colleagues couldn't get enough of this year. read more

02/21/2015

Famous Animals of the Big and Small Screen: Photos

Not all stars walk on two legs -- or even have legs. This Oscar season, we take a look at some famous animals that made their mark in film and television.

02/21/2015

Your Dog's Nose is Even More Powerful Than You Think

Read on and tune into the content from a recent TED talk (have you listened to TED.com talks?) about what really goes on in that amazing dog nose and the brains that interpret .....

02/17/2015

Do you have a senior dog? Take a look at this eight simple changes that could go a long way to make them feel safe and comfortable!

Read the full article here: http://stuf.in/b9ng8

The circle of life spins all too fast for our pet family members. We can help keep our beloved pets happier and living their best possible life but recognizing that their life stages and addressing their needs as they age.

02/07/2015

The Earliest Dogs: Photos show that "pure" dog breeds are surprisingly recent creations!

A pointer named 'Major' is identified as being the first known modern breed of dog. See photos of other early dog breeds.

02/06/2015

10 Human Foods You Can Feed Your Dog

Veterinarians and other dog nutrition experts know what definitely isn't safe to feed your dog, but often you don't hear about foods that you can feed your dog. Some foods are not only okay for dogs to eat, but can be actually good for them! Here's a list of foods from ...

01/17/2015

Truth!

Kitties do the darndest things...

01/15/2015

These Dogs Know How to Enjoy Life!

Buzzfeed has a collection of 27 images and GIFs of dogs enjoying life that you need to see. Life is good.

01/15/2015

Looking back on these last challenging 12 months, I realized it's time again for my year-end review of what I feel are the most relevant petMD Daily Vet articles of 2014 written by my fellow veterinary writers (and me). Here we go.

02/08/2013

Those who may wish additional opportunities in February to have their pet needs attended will find me at Irvington Pet Hospital February 13, 14, 16, 20, 21, 23, 27, 28.
Irvington Pet Hospital 41180 Fremont Blvd (near 5 corners), Fremont, CA 94538. 510-657-4060. See you there! (Ardenwood Pet Hospital days are February 11, 15, 18, 22, 25. Ardenwood Pet Hospital 4900 Paseo Padre Parkway, Fremont CA 94536, 510-791-8235.

Roark Freeman DVM

02/08/2013

And this gentleman of leisure

02/08/2013

Just got back from the VSIPP (Veterinary Specialists in Private Practice) annual meeting at the Hotel Del Coronado in San Diego. Gorgeous setting, tons of good information -- and dolphins swimming just off the hotel beach. Add a falconry demonstration on the hotel lawn the last day to make it perfect experience for a bunch of Veterinarians. Did manage a short foray to the Zoo and caught these two characters.