DrCroom.ArmyVet

DrCroom.ArmyVet Veterinary entrepreneur and Army veteran, specializing in holistic pet care, senior pets, and divine self love.

Dr Croom enjoyed serving her country as an Army Veterinarian, and continues to serve with her Virtual Pre-Veterinary Triage Internship for college students. here is the link to apply for our free internship: https://bit.ly/4aPoHqb

12/30/2025

Winter pasture season is where a lot of quiet mistakes happen with horses. ❄️

Winter pasture season is when a lot of silent management mistakes show up in horses. ❄️
Cold temperatures alone don’t cause weight loss — wind exposure, wet coats, low-quality forage, and reduced water intake do. Horses with consistent access to good hay often hold condition better in 10°F dry cold than in 35°F rain and sleet.

Myth buster: blanketing isn’t automatically beneficial. Poorly chosen or damp blankets can limit movement, trap moisture, and actually increase energy loss. And ice-cold water? That’s one of the quickest ways to reduce drinking and raise colic risk.

The question worth asking this winter:
Is your horse burning calories just to stay warm — or staying warm because their nutrition and immune support are dialed in?

Support healthy winter resilience with immune-boosting equine herbs from Dr. Croom’s Holistic Store:
👉 https://drcroom.com/store

12/24/2025

Winter adventures look very different depending on the dog.

The big one? Born for snow.
The little one? Enthusiastic… and brave… and very determined to keep up 😄

We love sibling moments like this — different sizes, different strengths, same family. And while the laughs are free, keeping pets comfortable and cared for in every season matters.

If you’re still looking for gifts or essentials for your pets, check out drcroom.com.
You’ll find goodies in our Holistic Store and items available through our pharmacy as well.

Because whether they’re built for snow or just pretending… they’re all worth it. 🐶❄️

Honored to be serving as a panelist for the Southwest Michigan First Veteran Series on December 16th from 12–1 PM EST at...
12/14/2025

Honored to be serving as a panelist for the Southwest Michigan First Veteran Series on December 16th from 12–1 PM EST at the Catalyst Center.

This lunchtime conversation is about the real transition from military service to business ownership — what worked, what didn’t, and what veterans actually need to know when building something sustainable after the uniform comes off.

I’ll be joining fellow veteran entrepreneurs from finance, nonprofits, and pet services to talk candidly about:

• Translating military leadership into business reality
• Early mistakes and lessons learned
• Growth strategies that actually build trust and visibility
• How veteran certifications and procurement pathways can open doors

After the panel, the Southwest Michigan APEX Accelerator will break down certification pathways and procurement readiness for those interested in government and corporate contracts.

If you’re a veteran exploring entrepreneurship, already running a business, or preparing for transition — this session is worth your lunch hour.

📍 The Catalyst Center
🗓 December 16 | 12–1 PM EST
🎟 Free for veterans (lunch included, space limited)

Grateful to Southwest Michigan First and the Chamber for creating spaces where veteran voices and real strategy meet.

Do your pets sleep in your bed or their own? There's no right answer, only an informed one! In my newest article, PETS I...
12/11/2025

Do your pets sleep in your bed or their own? There's no right answer, only an informed one!

In my newest article, PETS IN THE BED, OR NAH? I break down what really happens when pets snuggle under the covers with us—from Lyme disease cases I’ve treated personally, to the bacteria, allergens, and parasites science shows can survive in shared sleeping spaces. Read the short article here: tinyurl.com/PETSINTHEBED

This is not about scaring anyone. It’s about loving your pets AND protecting your health at the same time. And yes, that balance is absolutely possible. 🧘🏽‍♀️🐶🐱

Want a safe and proven way to prevent critters on your creature with a simple shake?: Go to drcroom.com/store and scroll to Featured items where you'll find Diatomaceous Earth.

(And it's 15% off all month - get one for your household and one for a friend - and support local!)

12/11/2025

PETS IN THE BED OR NAH? There’s nothing like the comfort of a dog curled at your feet or a cat claiming your pillow like they pay rent. 💛
But here’s the truth most people never think about: your bed is one of the most biologically vulnerable places in your home.

In my newest article, I break down what really happens when pets snuggle under the covers with us—from Lyme disease cases I’ve treated personally, to the bacteria, allergens, and parasites science shows can survive in shared sleeping spaces.

This is not about scaring anyone. It’s about loving your pets AND protecting your health at the same time. And yes, that balance is absolutely possible. 🧘🏽‍♀️🐶🐱

For my vet students, this is the kind of conversation you’ll be having with clients every day. For my pet parents, this helps you make choices that feel good AND keep everyone safe.

The full article is live on Substack now—link in bio. If you sleep with your pets (or wish you could), you’ll want to read this one. 🛏️

https://tinyurl.com/PETSINTHEBED

12/08/2025

Baby sloths come into the world without the full community of bacteria they need to digest tough, leafy vegetation. Their bodies rely heavily on their mothers during these early stages — not just for warmth and protection, but for the microbial foundation that will power their entire digestive system.

To support her young, the mother sloth engages in a gentle, instinctive behavior: a brief tongue-to-tongue exchange that transfers beneficial microbes directly to the baby. This moment might look unusual to us, but in the animal kingdom it’s a brilliant evolutionary strategy. It jump-starts digestion, strengthens the microbiome, and gives the baby the tools it needs to survive in the canopy.

There’s nothing odd about it.
This is biology working exactly as designed — deliberate, nurturing, and deeply intelligent.
It’s yet another example of the quiet, often unseen brilliance of motherhood across species and the subtle ways animals pass knowledge, immunity, and survival skills to their young.

12/07/2025

Meerkat mothers don’t just protect their pups — they train them.
Before a pup is ready to hunt, the mother gently disables the scorpion’s stinger and lets the baby practice handling it safely.
It’s one of the most remarkable teaching behaviors in the animal kingdom.
Skill by skill, moment by moment, survival is passed from one generation to the next.

12/07/2025

Meerkat mothers don’t just protect their pups — they train them.
Before a pup is ready to hunt, the mother gently disables the scorpion’s stinger and lets the baby practice handling it safely.
It’s one of the most remarkable teaching behaviors in the animal kingdom.
Skill by skill, moment by moment, survival is passed from one generation to the next.

12/07/2025

📣 Meet our newest Pre-Vet Intern, Nathaniel Young! We’re so excited to welcome him as part of Dr. Croom’s all-virtual, unpaid Pre-Veterinary Internship—now open to high school juniors and seniors nationwide.

✨ What makes this program special?

💻 Students join Dr. Croom on live telemedicine calls.
🐕 Real pets, real clients, real learning.
🌿 Exposure to both holistic & traditional vet medicine.
🤝 Networking with peers across the country.

This is where the future of VetMed begins. 🚀

➡️ Tag a student who should apply! Copy this link: https://bit.ly/PreVetInternApplication

12/06/2025

Comment RAW 👇 and I’ll send you my free Raw Feeding GPT so you can get a custom, veterinarian-approved recipe for your dog or cat.

Now here’s the lesson for today:

Raw feeding doesn’t always have to mean 100% uncooked.
For our domestic pets—who don’t have access to wild probiotics, soil microbes, grasses, and natural foraging behavior—lightly cooking organ meat can actually protect the gut while keeping all the nutritional power of a raw-forward diet.

That quick sizzle in the skillet?
It reduces harmful bacteria while still honoring your pet’s carnivore biology. I do this with Mio’s organ meats all the time. Safe. Balanced. Smart.

Raw feeding is about bio-appropriate choices, not rigid rules.
Feed with intention, not fear.

Drop RAW in the comments and I’ll send your custom recipe link. 🐾🔥

12/06/2025

Raw feeding isn’t all-or-nothing. As a holistic veterinarian, I often recommend lightly cooking organ meats to reduce harmful bacteria—especially for domestic pets who don’t have the wild probiotics, soil microbes, and natural foraging tools wolves rely on.
A quick sear keeps the nutrition while making the meal safer for your dog or cat’s modern microbiome.
Want a vet-tailored raw recipe for your pet? Comment RAW and I’ll send you my free Raw Feeding GPT.

12/06/2025

Your new decompression game. Four beats. Four beasts. Go.

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