Dr. Janice Thomas

Janice Thomas, DVM

Janice Thomas, DVM

VETERINARIAN

Education & Trainings

Tuskegee University, School of Veterinary Medicine

Publications

Small Ruminant Research Journal Vol 93: Pages 149 - 156 2010
Solaiman, S., J. Thomas, Y. Dupre, B. R. Min, N. Gurung, T. H. Terrill. 2010.
Effect of feeding sericea lespedeza hay on growth performance, blood metabolites, and carcass characteristics of Kiko crossbred male kids.

Journal of Animal Science Vol 87; E-Supplement-2 2009
Solaiman, S。,j·托马斯,n .高隆Y. Dupree, and C. Drake. 2009.
Growth performance and carcass characteristics of goat kids fed diets containing sericea lespedeza.

Dr. Janice Thomas left Cleveland, Ohio, and headed south for warmer weather and less snow. She completed her medical studies at Tuskegee University, School of Veterinary Medicine (Alabama) in 2012.

Since then, she has practiced in Florida, where she adopted her dog Desi (Arnez) and now lives in North Carolina. She continues to work in a small animal, general practice hospital. Although a “big-city-girl” at heart, she has developed an appreciation for North Carolina's relaxed nature.

When not working, you can find Dr. Thomas rehabbing a vintage find, shopping for shoes, or meeting people, ready to share some good news!

“My passion for pets started when I was young, after I noticed a bird hobbling, in an empty parking lot. The wing of the bird was injured, so I ran home with the bird in hand, dedicated to nursing it back to health. At age 4, I told my family, ‘I am going to be an animal doctor!’”

Recent Articles

Cushing's Disease (Hyperadrenocorticism) in Cats
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Janice Thomas, DVM

What Is Cushing’s Disease in Cats?Hyperadrenocorticism is commonly referred to as Cushing’s disease. It is uncommon in cats, caused by an excessive production of the hormone cortisol. Cortisol is naturally released from the adrenal glands in stressful or fearful situations, and is often referred to as the “stress hormone.” The two adrenal glands are located in the abdomen, near each...
Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar) in Cats
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Janice Thomas, DVM

What Is Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar) in Cats?Blood sugar, or glucose, is the main source of energy for both the body and the brain. Low levels of blood glucose, called hypoglycemia, will deprive the body and brain of energy, resulting in unconsciousness. If left untreated, it can lead to death. The opposite condition, high blood glucose levels, is often a sign of diabetes mellitus. Hypoglycemia...
Roundworms in Cats
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Janice Thomas, DVM

The following may contain Chewy links. PetMD is operated by Chewy. What Are Roundworms in Cats?Roundworms are very common parasites that thrive in the intestines of a cat. They can grow to 3-6 inches long, are cream-colored, and resemble spaghetti noodles when seen in the stool. Adult hookworms often swim freely in the intestines, where they produce eggs. Those eggs are shed into the stool of...
Interdigital Cysts on Dogs
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Janice Thomas, DVM

What Are Interdigital Cysts on Dogs?Interdigital cysts are not true cysts. They are inflamed and infected tissue in the webbing between a dog’s toes. Once inflamed, these lesions are called furuncles. Furuncles are more commonly found on the top of the front feet; however, all four feet can be affected. With little space between the toes to spread, the furuncle ruptures through the skin and...
Heart Murmurs in Dogs
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Janice Thomas, DVM

The following may contain Chewy links. PetMD is operated by Chewy. What Are Heart Murmurs in Dogs?A heart murmur is the noise made when there is abnormal movement of blood through the heart. An abnormal flow of blood changes or muffles the normal (lub-dub) heartbeat sound. Murmurs are common in dogs, but they are only a symptom or sign of disease. So treatment and care are usually aimed at the...
How to Find Ticks on Cats
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Janice Thomas, DVM

Every US region has at least one prevalent tick species capable of transmitting disease. Ticks are parasites that can attach to people, pets, wildlife, and even tree branches, waiting for their next host. By locating, identifying, and removing ticks, you decrease the chance of cats contracting tick-borne diseases. Combine that with tick prevention, and your pet can have the best protection...
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