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Welcome to our blog, where a wealth of knowledge awaits passionate breeders, canine/equine enthusiasts, and your typical adoring pet parent. In this digital space, we curate valuable insights, expert advice, and success stories to guide you on the journey of responsible and rewarding animal reproduction and pet parenthood. Explore a diverse range of topics, from cutting-edge advancements in reproductive science to practical tips for managing your pet’s health from puppyhood through their geriatric years. Kokopelli is committed to fostering a community of animal lovers and our blog is your go-to resource for staying informed, inspired, and connected in the ever-evolving world of veterinary medicine and compassionate care.

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Artificial Intelligence: ain’t nothing like the real thing…or is there?

About Dr. Christensen, Uncategorized

Bruce Christensen, DVM, MS, DACT

01/01/2026

Estimated Read Time: 8 mins I did my internship year at Garden State Veterinary Specialists, a busy referral veterinary practice in New Jersey. I lived in a tiny community called Ocean Grove that was surrounded by Bruce Springsteen’s Asbury Park. Ocean Grove is a unique place, a dry town run…

A Rough Start to Life: Emergency Cesarean-Sections

Breeding Tips, Miracle of Life

Bruce Christensen, DVM, MS, DACT

10/17/2025

Estimated Read Time: 5 mins As humans we equate childbirth with intense struggle and pain. If you’ve experienced it personally, either as the mother or the support crew, you would agree. I agree. The birth of my son went on for around 24 hours and was intense for me. I…

Positions of Power: Emergency C-sections and Spaying

Breeding Tips, Miracle of Life, Reproductive Health, Theriogenology Insights, Veterinary Medicine

Bruce Christensen, DVM, MS, DACT

07/01/2025

Estimated Read Time: 5 mins Dealing with power differentials is part of our daily lives. Parents and children. Teachers and students. Bosses and employees. Airline agents and travelers. Highway patrol officers and vehicle drivers. Customer service agents and customers. To be on the low end of the differential can be…

Pets as People

About Dr. Christensen, Animal Stories, Uncategorized

Bruce Christensen, DVM, MS, DACT

04/01/2025

I have never fully agreed with the anthropomorphizing of our pets. I don’t think it’s because I love my pets any less than people who give their pets human attributes. My love of animals is as deep and strong as anyone’s. I mean, I chose to be a veterinarian, for…