Dr. Patrik Holmboe is an accomplished veterinarian with a passion for leveraging technology and innovation to provide the best possible healthcare for pets. After obtaining his veterinary degree from the University of Melbourne in 2015, Patrik embarked on a diverse professional journey that took him across three continents.
Over a span of five years, he honed his skills as a clinical veterinarian – providing devoted care to companion animals in Australia, Dubai, and the Netherlands. This invaluable experience allowed him to witness firsthand the power of integrating technological advancements into veterinary care.
In 2021, Patrik joined Cooper Pet Care, the Netherlands’ foremost veterinary telemedicine provider, as Head Veterinarian. In this pivotal role he leads all veterinary operations and focuses on optimizing the client experience and ensuring the highest standards of care. His unique combination of expertise in veterinary medicine, technology, and innovation makes him an invaluable asset to the team.
Beyond his professional pursuits, Patrik finds solace in the company of his amazing furry family members: Pepper the cockapoo and Leath the cat. Based in the historic city of Amsterdam, Patrik is dedicated to promoting the integration of digitization and advanced technologies to enhance both the accessibility and quality of animal healthcare. In his leisure time, his hobbies include woodworking, social board games, and hiking.
Oatmeal is an extremely nutritious snack for humans. For this reason, you might have considered giving some to our dog. But, can dogs eat oatmeal? What are the benefits to dogs consuming oatmeal? Are there any dangers you should watch out for? Read on and find out!
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Coconut is generally a source of healthy fat. And you may be thinking that you can serve some to your furry pal as a treat. However, can dogs eat coconut? Are there any dangers in giving coconut to your dog? Read on and find out!
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When is a dog old? To an extent, it will depend on their size and breed. In general, the larger they are, the more quickly we are likely to see the effects of aging. For example, we’d consider a Great Dane to be senior by around 5-6 years old.
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Rabies is a deadly disease. When caught, a virus causes catastrophic damage to the brain and nerves. Infected animals experience paralysis that will inevitably shut down the respiratory system, almost always leading to death within days.
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It may not come as a surprise that dogs can eat chicken. However, if you were to serve chicken to your dog, how would you safely do it? This article informs you of just that. Learn about the benefits of feeding chicken to your dog as well as what you need to be careful about.
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Bacon is cooked and served differently from regular cooked pork. And thus, while dogs can eat pork, it doesn’t mean that they can eat bacon too. Curious to learn more about dogs eating bacon? Read further and find out.
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Are you wondering whether or not you can turn your dog vegan? The short answer is technically, yes. Dogs can be vegan. However, before you move ahead with this endeavor, it is crucial that you do enough research and consult your vet about it.
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Peanut butter is an exceptionally popular snack option for dogs. Why isn’t it for cats? Can cats eat peanut butter? Is it healthy for them? What are the dangers of serving peanut butter to your cat? How can you safely feed it to them? Read on and learn more about cats eating peanut butter.
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Are you looking to add flavor to your cat’s food? You might have considered onions as an option. But can cats eat onions or garlic or chives? Are they good for them? What are the dangers of giving any of these to your cat? This article answers your questions.
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Surprisingly, olives are good for cats. At the same time, olives can cause serious damage to them. Curious to know why that is? This article informs you on cats eating olives, any underlying dangers to consuming them, and how to safely feed them some. Read and learn more.
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