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Dr. Randy Pet Vet posts weekly videos answering your questions about your pet's health! P.A.W.S. Dr. Aronson is a keynote speaker and lecturer.

Dr. Randy Aronson graduated from the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine in 1980 after being awarded the top honor of his class, the Leonard Pearson Prize. He completed a rotating internship at the small animal hospital in medicine and surgery 1981. Dr. Aronson started the Animal Care Center of Green Valley in 1984 and sold it to his partner in 2005. Veterinary Center, his current practice was started with his wife, Dr. Geren Thurston, in 2008 and employs thirty-two in staff and five veterinarians. In 2011 they won the American Animal Hospital Practice of the Year award and the Veterinary Economics Merit Hospital winner. Dr. Aronson utilizes an integrative approach to diagnostics and therapies, combining Western or allopathic medicine with holistic modalities. He completed the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society’s acupuncture course, numerous Chinese herbal courses, and many traditional Chinese medicine and nutrition programs. He is certified by the Canine Rehabilitation Institute to perform physical therapy on cats and dogs. He utilizes food therapy, ozone, pulsed electromagnetic therapy, shock wave, therapeutic laser, and underwater treadmill to help attain health and wellness for his patients. Recently he has been speaking to the students of veterinary schools about utilizing integrative approaches in everyday veterinary medicine. He also enjoys educating pet parents on Wellness and Longevity.

02/23/2026

Subtle mouth movements, jaw chattering, lip twitching, dropping food, chewing on one side, or pawing at the mouth can be signs of dental issues.

Cats are masters at hiding discomfort.

By the time they stop eating, the pain is often advanced.

Dental disease is one of the most common, and most overlooked, problems in cats.

If you notice changes around the mouth, it’s worth a veterinary check.

👇 Have you seen this behavior in your cat before?.

02/22/2026

Chronic itching is one of the most common and most frustrating issues pet parents face.

But scratching is a symptom. Not a diagnosis.

In holistic care we ask ‘why is this happening?’. And it’s often gut, immune, or inflammation related.

👇 Has your dog or cat struggled with chronic itching?

02/20/2026

Not all lumps and bumps in dogs are cancer.
But the only way to know is to check.

Some masses are benign, like lipomas or cysts. Others can be malignant and require early treatment.

A simple test like a fine needle aspirate can give valuable information without surgery.

👇 Have you ever found a lump unexpectedly?

02/19/2026

The hardest part of loving a pet is knowing when to let them go.

Guilt often follows euthanasia, not because you made the wrong choice, but because you loved deeply.

There is no perfect moment.

Only a moment chosen with care, empathy, and the desire to prevent suffering.

Letting them go is not the opposite of love. Sometimes, it is love, in its most painful form.

02/18/2026

To every pet parent who asks questions, worries deeply, and shows up for their animal...

Your trust is what makes this work meaningful.

And I’m grateful for it. 🤍

02/16/2026

Grieving a pet can go far deeper than people expect.

For some people, losing a dog or cat doesn’t just mean sadness, it means losing stability, safety, and meaning.

If pet loss grief is making life feel unbearable, please reach out to someone right now.

If you’re in the U.S., you can call or text 988.
If you’re elsewhere, your local emergency number or a crisis line can help you through this moment.

Getting help is part of love too 🤍🐾

Listen more about bonding with pets on the podcast episode ‘How to Get Through the Pain of Losing a Pet’. Link in bio!

02/14/2026

It’s understandable to worry about your indoor cat’s health. But feral cats aren’t walking disease threats.

Most infections only spread through prolonged or aggressive contact, not simple proximity.

That’s why programs like spay/neuter are so important:
• fewer fights
• less mating
• healthier, calmer cat populations

We talk about this in depth on my latest podcast episode, with Stacy LeBaron as a guest. Stacy has dedicated much of her life to animal welfare advocacy, specially focused on community and feral cats.

🎧Listen via the link in bio!

02/12/2026

Most of us were told kibble was “complete and balanced.” So we trusted it.

But many pet parents start questioning it when they notice:
• chronic itching
• recurring GI issues
• dental problems
• low energy
• constant thirst

That’s often when the food conversation begins.

This isn’t about guilt. It’s about curiosity and doing better when we know better.

👇 Tell me if you’re rethinking your pet’s nutrition.

02/06/2026

Avoiding prescription diets isn’t about rejecting medicine. It’s about avoiding chronic inflammation.

When food contains ingredients a body isn’t designed to process well, healing becomes harder, no matter the diagnosis.

Even for cats with kidney disease, it’s still possible to feed appropriately balanced, high-quality protein.

Nutrition should always support your dog’s or cat’s quality of life.

🥦Have you ever checked the ingredient list of your pets food?

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