DrCroom.ArmyVet

DrCroom.ArmyVet Veterinary entrepreneur and Army veteran, specializing in holistic pet care, senior pets, and divine self love.

Dr Croom enjoyed serving her country as an Army Veterinarian, and continues to serve with her Virtual Pre-Veterinary Triage Internship for college students. here is the link to apply for our free internship: https://bit.ly/4aPoHqb

03/24/2026

Create a steady environment first. Then act with intention.

Lowering noise, dimming lights, and keeping routines predictable reduces stress responses in both people and animals.
• Reduce noise and stimulation
• Offer a safe, familiar space for your pet
• Keep feeding and rest times consistent
• Stay calm—your energy sets the tone

Watch, don’t rush. Small adjustments now can prevent bigger problems later.

Tomorrow, reassess with a clear plan.

Calm is not passive. It is the first step in care.

You know your horse.So when something feels off… you notice it right away.🐎 A shorter stride🐎 Stiffness that wasn’t ther...
03/20/2026

You know your horse.

So when something feels off… you notice it right away.

🐎 A shorter stride
🐎 Stiffness that wasn’t there before
🐎 Taking longer to warm up
🐎 Not moving as freely as they used to

Tendon and ligament issues don’t always show up as obvious injuries. Sometimes it’s those small changes that build over time.

That’s why consistent support matters — not just after an injury, but before things get worse.

This formula is designed to:
• Support tendons + ligaments
• Help with recovery after strain or injury
• Promote better mobility and comfort over time

Because when your horse feels better… you see it in every step.

Have you ever noticed subtle changes in your horse before a bigger issue showed up?

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03/16/2026

Teaching pet parents does not replace veterinary care.
It strengthens it.

When owners understand their animal’s behavior, health signals, and daily care needs, they can catch problems earlier, reduce fear during handling, and support treatment plans at home. The result is fewer emergencies and smoother visits for both the animal and the veterinarian.

At-home education paired with professional veterinary guidance leads to better outcomes, less stress for pets, and stronger trust between families and their care teams.

03/12/2026

Mid-March in Michigan… the sun has been teasing us with a little warmth these past couple days, but there’s still that familiar nip in the air. So the winter hat and coat are still in rotation. 🧢❄️

Mio and I decided it was still the perfect time to get outside and move a little. My cattle dog and I are both getting older, so keeping the joints moving matters for both of us.

You all know I’m a senior pet expert, and honestly one of the most powerful things you can do for an aging dog is something very simple:
a steady walk, fresh air, and time together.

Consistent, low-impact movement helps keep joints flexible, muscles engaged, and minds stimulated as dogs age. It doesn’t have to be intense — sometimes a relaxed walk like this is exactly what a senior dog needs.

So if you’ve got an older pup at home, today might be a good day to step outside together.

Happy almost spring from Mio and me. 🐾🌤️

Comfort animals need boundariesIf an animal cannot walk away, it is not comfort—it is pressure.Animals communicate when ...
03/12/2026

Comfort animals need boundaries
If an animal cannot walk away, it is not comfort—it is pressure.

Animals communicate when they need space. Turning away, lip licking, pinned ears, stiff posture, hiding, or leaving the area are common opt-out signals described in canine behavior research.

Teaching children and adults to recognize these signals protects the animal and strengthens the human–animal bond. A comfort animal that can rest, reset, and choose when to engage stays healthier and happier long term.

Comfort animals need boundaries, breaks, and real rest. Burnout shows up as irritability, avoidance, shutdown, or health...
03/09/2026

Comfort animals need boundaries, breaks, and real rest.
Burnout shows up as irritability, avoidance, shutdown, or health decline.
If an animal is supporting humans, the humans must protect the animal’s recovery time.

Happy International Women’s Day to the incredible women who lead, support, create, and inspire every day. Your strength,...
03/08/2026

Happy International Women’s Day to the incredible women who lead, support, create, and inspire every day. Your strength, compassion, and dedication make communities stronger and the world better. 💜

02/26/2026

The Black Student Union - WMU at Western Michigan University had a great event and the students absolutely LOVED my two Cherry Head Tortoises, Roota and Toota 🐢

Enjoying the students at Western Michigan University Black Student Union - WMU celebration.
02/26/2026

Enjoying the students at Western Michigan University Black Student Union - WMU celebration.

We’ve overfed emotional regulation.Treats have a place—but touch, rhythm, and calm hands can shift the nervous system fa...
02/23/2026

We’ve overfed emotional regulation.
Treats have a place—but touch, rhythm, and calm hands can shift the nervous system faster and more sustainably.
Comfort animals deserve regulation tools that don’t rely on food alone.

02/19/2026

Do you vaccinate your kids? I mean the furry, four-legged kids?

People ask me all the time -- is there a correlation between vaccines and autism? Can dogs and cats get it? Loaded questions -- but this is called Controversial Animal Topics for a reason. Let's get you some clarity.

In the newest episode of my podcast, Controversial Animal Topics, we look at this subject with care and respect. Loving our pets means making decisions that are not driven by fear and with an understanding that holistic medicine can work side-by-side or as a standalone solution for pets. This episode isn’t about telling you what to think. It’s about helping you understand your choices.

Hadasha Cortez, one of the students from my Future Vets virtual internship, joins me in this episode to discuss what tomorrow’s veterinarians are learning about balancing compassion, evidence, and responsibility when it comes to vaccines.

If you work with animals or simply love them like we do, we invite you into the conversation.

🎧 You can find Controversial Animal Topics on your favorite podcast platform or on my website, drcroom.com. Listen to Vaccinating Your Pet: Facts, Fear & Holistic Truths today.

Comfort isn’t species-specific.Rabbits can be powerful regulation partners—when handled ethically and gently. Calm rhyth...
02/18/2026

Comfort isn’t species-specific.
Rabbits can be powerful regulation partners—when handled ethically and gently. Calm rhythm + calm touch can settle both human and animal.

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