Ann Wortinger

About the Author

Ann is a graduate of Michigan State University. She received her specialty certifications in emergency/critical care in 2000, small animal internal medicine in 2008, and nutrition in 2013. She attained Elite Fear Free certification in 2020 and has worked in general, specialty, and emergency practices, as well as education and management. She is currently a faculty member at Appalachian State University within the veterinary technology program, as well as an active speaker and writer.

Written By This Author

Nutrition

Feeding Orphaned Kittens From Birth Through Weaning

To ensure proper nutrition for orphaned kittens, consider the proper milk replacer to use, the current caloric needs of the kitten, and whether the kitten can consume those calories by volume.

Parasitology

Roundworm Infections in Dogs

Preventing roundworm exposure through diligent fecal pick-up, year-round monthly preventives, and always treating dams and puppies before and after delivery are the best ways at keeping dogs infection-free.

Parasitology

Giardiasis in Cats

Giardia protozoa are quite hardy. Prevention and client education is key to keeping a cat happy and healthy.

Parasitology

Lyme Disease in Dogs

Lyme disease is the most common tick-borne disease in the United States. Client education is key to prevention.

Parasitology

Heartworm Disease in Dogs

The American Heartworm Society recommends that dogs be given heartworm preventives year-round and tested annually.

Integrative Medicine

Prebiotics and Probiotics for Dogs and Cats

It can be challenging to find nutraceuticals that do what their manufacturers say they do — here’s what’s behind the hype of probiotics and prebiotics.

Gastroenterology

The Gastrointestinal Microbiota: An Introduction

This article examines the important role microbiota plays in the development, immune regulation, and maintenance of an animal’s GI health.

Personal/Professional Development

Find Your Passion Through Education!

Find out how Ann Wortinger, BIS, LVT, VTS (ECC, SAIM, Nutrition) uses education to open new doors and stay on the cutting edge in the veterinary field.