Starting today, the Ask Dr. Barchas column is expanding into a new blog format. This will enable me to answer more questions each week. Also, I will be posting stories and comments on animal health topics, animals in the news, and a variety of other subjects several times each week.

I am especially happy with the new blog’s search engine. You can use it to search the new blog, as well as all of the questions and answers from the old column. If you have a question about your pet, you may be able to use the search engine to find an answer immediately.

I hope you enjoy the new format. Feel free to participate by commenting on posts, and please check back regularly for new posts.