The Waggin Train Veterinary Clinic

10/17/2026

🥣 Is Kibble Really Junk Food

There is plenty of conflicting information about pet food online. Dr. Scott answers this common question and shares his veterinarian perspective on kibble.

🐾 Watch to hear what he has to say.

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10/15/2026

👇 3 Positives And 3 Things To Consider About Mini Dachshunds

Mini Dachshunds are small dogs with big personalities. Here is what families should know.

🐾 3 Positives

1️⃣ Loyal and Affectionate
They are social dogs that often form close bonds with their families.

2️⃣ Small but Alert
Miniature Dachshunds weigh 11 pounds or under at 12 months of age, but their alert nature and strong voice can make them good watchdogs.

3️⃣ Clever and Playful
They are intelligent, lively dogs that enjoy regular walks, play, and mental stimulation.

🐾 3 Things To Consider

1️⃣ Training Takes Patience
Their independent nature can make training challenging, so consistency and positive reinforcement are important.

2️⃣ Back Health Matters
Dachshunds have an increased risk of IVDD. Keeping them at a healthy weight and limiting unsafe jumping can help protect their backs.

3️⃣ They Can Be Vocal
Dachshunds may bark frequently, especially when they notice unfamiliar sounds or people.

Every dog is different, but knowing common breed traits can help you decide if a Mini Dachshund fits your family.

10/13/2026

🚐 Four Benefits Of Our Mobile Vet Clinic

We bring veterinary care closer to home, making appointments easier for you and less stressful for many pets.

🐾 We Reduce Travel Stress

By coming to you, we help pets avoid long car rides, unfamiliar surroundings, and busy waiting rooms.

❤️ We Support Pets Who Need Extra Care

Our mobile service can be especially helpful for senior pets, anxious pets, pets with mobility challenges, and families with multiple animals.

🩺 We Bring Essential Services With Us

Inside our fully equipped mobile unit, we provide wellness exams, vaccinations, microchipping, in-house laboratory testing, select procedures, and more.

⏰ We Make Care More Convenient

When transportation or a busy schedule makes visiting the clinic difficult, we help make it easier to prioritize your pet's health.

Swipe through to learn more about our mobile veterinary clinic. Contact The Waggin Train to schedule a visit.

10/10/2026

🚐 The Weirdest Vet Job In America

Dr. Scott runs a fully equipped, 24 foot veterinary clinic on wheels, bringing care directly to pet owners throughout Scott and surrounding Acadiana communities.

🐶 For Anxious Pets

Mobile visits can help pets avoid the car ride, crowded waiting room, and unfamiliar clinic environment. Owners can stay close and comfort their pets throughout the visit.

⏰ For Busy Pet Owners

Having the clinic come to your home can save travel time and make veterinary care more convenient, especially for multi-pet households and owners of senior or mobility-limited animals.

🩺 More Than A House Call

The Waggin' Train mobile unit offers annual exams, vaccinations, microchipping, in-house laboratory testing, select anesthetic procedures, a stocked pharmacy, and humane in-home euthanasia. The team provides care for dogs, cats, birds, and select exotic pets.

And yes, visiting a veterinary clinic on wheels can be a pretty fun experience too.

Mobile appointments are available on designated days and should be scheduled in advance.

10/08/2026

🐶 What Dr. Scott Feeds His Own Dogs

Dr. Scott feeds his dogs a Hill's Science Diet adult-maintenance formula. It is a product he trusts, Hill's has a large team of veterinarians, nutritionists, and food scientists involved in developing its foods, and his dogs have consistently done well on it.

🩺 One Food Does Not Fit Every Dog

A healthy adult dog and a dog with a medical condition may have very different nutritional needs. Pets with kidney disease, liver disease, heart disease, cancer, or food allergies may benefit from a veterinarian-directed therapeutic diet.

Hill's Prescription Diet includes many of the foods Dr. Scott commonly prescribes. However, there are times when another manufacturer has a formula that is a better fit for a particular pet and condition.

The goal is not to choose one brand for every dog. It is to choose a complete and balanced food that fits the individual dog's age, health, lifestyle, and medical needs.

Always speak with your veterinarian before starting a therapeutic diet or making a major change to your pet's food.

10/06/2026

🩺 What Your Vet Hears Through The Stethoscope

A heart and lung check may be quick, but it can reveal important clues about your pet's health.

❤️ Your veterinarian listens to the heart rate and rhythm and checks for abnormal sounds such as murmurs.

🫁 They also listen for changes in lung sounds that may suggest further testing is needed.

Some heart conditions may not cause obvious symptoms early on, which is one reason routine veterinary exams matter.

At home, watch for rapid or difficult breathing, coughing, unusual weakness, tiring easily, or collapsing. You can also count your pet's breaths while they are quietly resting or asleep.

Count the chest rises for 30 seconds and multiply by two. A rate consistently above 35 breaths per minute should be discussed with your veterinarian.

Contact The Waggin Train if you notice breathing changes or if your pet is due for a wellness exam.

10/06/2026

The Waggin Train welcomes Rosie on her first visit!

10/05/2026

10/04/2026

🐱 Meet Ricky Bobby Wasabi

His name may be unusual, but every part of it has a story.
He simply looked like a Bobby. Ricky came from the family's love of Talladega Nights, and Wasabi was inspired by the show Kickin' It. Somehow, the full name fits him perfectly.

❤️ Life At The Clinic

As a rescue kitten, Ricky Bobby Wasabi gets plenty of positive interaction with people, close attention to his health, and help learning important routines like using the litter box.

In return, his playful personality keeps the entire Waggin Train team smiling. He may be small, but he has already become a big part of the clinic.

10/02/2026

🐾 Some patients are simply too cute to handle.

This sweet Yorkie completely won over Dr. Scott during the visit, and honestly, we understand why.

❤️ Tiny pup, huge personality, and impossible not to love.