Dr. Keith Weingardt, DVM

08/27/2025

One of our wonderful clients is offering a fantastic opportunity for dogs and their people in the Vancouver/Portland area!

Cooperative Care Class for Dogs

If your pup struggles with handling at the vet or even at home, this class is designed to make grooming and vet visits more comfortable for both of you.

📍 Location: Dog Days NW, 7206 NE 37th Ave, Vancouver, WA
🗓️ Saturdays at 2:00 PM
• 9/6/25
• 9/13/25
• 10/4/25
• 10/25/25

This 4-week class will help you teach your dog to become a willing participant in everyday husbandry and medical care. Topics include:
• Consent behaviors (chin rest, the Bucket Game, lying on side, front foot platform)
• Gentle restraint and body handling (mouth, ears, feet)
• Nail trimming
• Ear and eye exams
• Injection and blood draw prep
• When to consider pharmaceutical support

Based on the respected works of Dr. Deborah Jones, Sarah Stremming, Iris Castaing, and Chirag Patel.

Limited to 6 teams — not suitable for dogs with aggression or reactivity issues.
Tuition: $175 for the 4-week session (checks payable to “Molly Bredenberg,” due 1 week prior to class).

To reserve your spot, contact Molly Bredenberg at [email protected]

Help your pup feel safe, confident, and cooperative during care experiences!

08/18/2025

When the noise falls away, I’m reminded how grateful I am for the honor of caring for your pets

08/05/2025

Helping Cats Feel Calm, Not Fearful: A Client's Journey

One of our thoughtful clients recently shared her experience working to reduce her cats' fear around car rides and vet visits. Her insights are a beautiful reminder that with patience, training, and the right resources, even sensitive cats can feel more at ease.
“I didn’t have the foresight or opportunity to acclimate my cats to car rides as kittens. They came into my life later, and every trip, especially to the vet, used to mean full-on panic for all of us. But I wanted to change that. I wanted them to feel safe.”
Through months of slow, incremental training, she started to see major shifts. Herbcats now enter their carriers willingly, tolerate being carried, and even handled a 1+ hour car ride with far less vocalizing. One even circled back into the carrier voluntarily for a treat post-visit. Clear proof that positive associations were working.
“It wasn’t perfect, but it was close. They trusted me. There was no panic, no adrenaline crash. And that felt like a major win for all of us.”
Her go-to tools?
• Cat School Clicker Training
• The Trainable Cat (Book)
Also key: switching to larger carriers to help her cats feel more comfortable.
To anyone out there with a fearful feline, know that progress is possible. It takes time, but the results can be transformative, for you and your cat.

07/03/2025

06/18/2025

More Unfiltered Dr. Keith....Nature's lessons

05/30/2025

More Unfiltered Dr. Keith. Grief...The last few weeks have been heavy. This process isn't to be solved, it is to be felt and held and supported. It is truly the shape of love after a loss.

05/26/2025

05/15/2025

More Unfiltered Dr. Keith...
Just me, the woods, and some thoughts on one of my favorite plant allies—Stinging Nettle.
This plant has many varied uses and applications. Tune in for a quick trail-side moment of reflection.

05/13/2025

Let's try this again since the last one did not have the video.

The newest edition of Ask Dr. Keith that I did for Green Juju!

05/06/2025

Hey pet parents!

I have many clients who ask about pet health insurance, and I want to gather your insights! Who do you have for pet insurance? Do you like it? Does it cover holistic care and supplements?

Sharing your experiences can help others make informed decisions for their furry friends! Drop your thoughts and recommendations in the comments below. 📝✨

Thank you for helping build a helpful community!

05/02/2025

A video I did for Green Juju with some tips on how to navigate a cancer diagnosis.

04/29/2025

Introducing Unfilitered Dr. Keith!

I’ve spent years working with animals and the people who love them. Over time, I’ve seen how confusing and overwhelming pet care can be — especially when you're trying to do things naturally and holistically.

That’s why I’m starting this series. No scripts, no sugarcoating — just honest conversations about how we can care for our animals in ways that truly support their health and well-being.

I’ll be answering your questions, sharing what I’ve learned, and opening up space for the kind of community I believe we all need — one rooted in compassion, curiosity, and respect for every animal’s unique journey.

Have general questions, thoughts, or just want to be part of the conversation, please leave them in the comments! (Please note, I cannot give specific medical advice for your pet on social media) I woud love to hear from you. Stay tuned....