At PetMedsMadeSimple, our mission is to provide accurate, evidence-based, and easy-to-understand educational information about veterinary medications and pet health.
Every article published on our website is developed using trusted veterinary and pharmaceutical references and undergoes a structured editorial review process. Our Medical Review Board combines expertise in pharmacy, veterinary medicine, and pharmaceutical sciences to help ensure that our educational content is medically accurate, scientifically supported, and regularly updated.
While our articles are intended to educate pet owners, they are not a substitute for professional veterinary care. Every pet is unique, and treatment decisions should always be made in consultation with a licensed veterinarian.
Our Medical Review Board
Our Medical Review Board consists of licensed healthcare professionals who independently contribute their expertise during the development and review of educational content.
Dimitar Georgiev Atanasov, MPharm
Founder • Chief Pharmacy Reviewer
Master Pharmacist
Bulgarian Pharmaceutical Union (BPhU)
UIN: 0210000586
Dimitar Georgiev Atanasov is the founder of PetMedsMadeSimple and serves as the site’s Chief Pharmacy Reviewer. He is a licensed Master Pharmacist with extensive experience in community pharmacy, medication safety, pharmaceutical counseling, evidence-based medicine, and drug information.
His responsibilities include reviewing all medication-related content for scientific accuracy, verifying drug dosing information, evaluating adverse effects, drug interactions, contraindications, medication safety, and ensuring that every pharmaceutical statement is supported by current veterinary and pharmacological literature.
Through PetMedsMadeSimple, his goal is to make complex veterinary medications easier for pet owners to understand while promoting safe medication use and informed discussions with veterinarians.
Areas of Expertise
- Veterinary Pharmacology
- Medication Safety
- Drug Interactions
- Adverse Drug Reactions
- Veterinary Medication Education
- Clinical Pharmacy
- Evidence-Based Pharmacy
- Drug Information
- Pharmaceutical Counseling
Dr. Valcho Georgiev Valchev, DVM
Veterinary Medical Reviewer
Licensed Veterinarian
Bulgarian Veterinary Union (BVS)
Registration No.: 28000115
Dr. Valcho Georgiev Valchev is a licensed Doctor of Veterinary Medicine responsible for the independent veterinary review of medical content published on PetMedsMadeSimple.
His review focuses on disease descriptions, diagnostic information, treatment recommendations, prognosis, and clinical accuracy to ensure that every article reflects current veterinary standards and accepted clinical practice.
As a practicing veterinarian, Dr. Valchev helps ensure that educational information remains practical, medically responsible, and aligned with evidence-based veterinary medicine.
Areas of Expertise
- Small Animal Medicine
- Companion Animal Health
- Internal Medicine
- Preventive Veterinary Care
- Diagnostic Medicine
- Veterinary Pharmacology
- Pain Management
- Clinical Decision Making
Gergana Krasimirova Atanasova, MPharm
Scientific Reviewer • Assistant Lecturer, Faculty of Pharmacy
Master Pharmacist
Bulgarian Pharmaceutical Union (BPhU)
UIN: 0210000587
Gergana Krasimirova Atanasova is a licensed Master Pharmacist and Assistant Lecturer at the Faculty of Pharmacy, University “Prof. Dr. Asen Zlatarov” – Burgas, Bulgaria.
She teaches Pharmaceutical Technology with Biopharmaceutics, where she participates in the education and training of future pharmacists. Her academic work includes pharmaceutical technology, dosage form development, medication formulation, and pharmaceutical sciences.
In addition to her academic role, she has several years of professional experience in community pharmacy and pharmacy management.
Within PetMedsMadeSimple, she serves as a Scientific Reviewer, contributing to the scientific quality, pharmaceutical consistency, and educational accuracy of medication-related content.
Areas of Expertise
- Pharmaceutical Technology
- Biopharmaceutics
- Drug Formulation
- Medication Safety
- Pharmacy Practice
- Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Evidence-Based Pharmacy
- Scientific Literature Evaluation
- Pharmaceutical Education
Our Editorial Review Process
Every article published on PetMedsMadeSimple follows a structured editorial workflow before publication.
Step 1 — Topic Selection
Topics are selected based on common questions from pet owners, frequently searched medication concerns, current veterinary recommendations, and educational value.
Step 2 — Scientific Research
Our editorial team reviews current veterinary references, pharmacology resources, clinical guidelines, and peer-reviewed scientific literature before drafting an article.
Primary references include:
- Plumb’s Veterinary Drug Handbook
- Merck Veterinary Manual
- BSAVA Small Animal Formulary
- Veterinary Pharmacology and Therapeutics
- Small Animal Clinical Pharmacology
- Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine (JVIM)
- Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association (JAVMA)
- Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery (JFMS)
- Frontiers in Veterinary Science
- Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia
- AAHA Guidelines
- AAFP Guidelines
- WSAVA Global Guidelines
- Veterinary Information Network (VIN)
Step 3 — Pharmacy Review
Medication-related content is independently reviewed by a licensed pharmacist to verify:
- Drug mechanisms
- Dosage information
- Side effects
- Drug interactions
- Contraindications
- Medication precautions
- Pharmacological accuracy
Step 4 — Veterinary Review
Veterinary-specific information is independently reviewed by a licensed veterinarian to verify:
- Clinical relevance
- Disease information
- Diagnosis
- Treatment recommendations
- Safety considerations
- Prognosis
- Practical guidance for pet owners
Step 5 — Scientific Quality Review
Selected articles also undergo scientific review to improve educational clarity, pharmaceutical consistency, scientific terminology, and evidence-based presentation.
This review helps ensure that PMMS articles meet high educational standards while remaining understandable for pet owners.
Editorial Principles
Every article published on PetMedsMadeSimple is guided by the following principles:
- Accuracy before speed
- Evidence-based recommendations
- Clear, understandable language
- Transparency
- Editorial independence
- Regular content updates
- Responsible medication education
Editorial Independence
PetMedsMadeSimple maintains complete editorial independence.
Medical reviewers are not influenced by advertisers, pharmaceutical manufacturers, affiliate partners, or commercial sponsors.
Our recommendations are based exclusively on scientific evidence, veterinary guidelines, pharmacological references, and accepted standards of veterinary medicine.
Our Commitment to Evidence-Based Veterinary Education
We believe pet owners deserve access to reliable educational information written and reviewed by qualified healthcare professionals.
Our goal is to bridge the gap between complex veterinary pharmacology and practical information that helps owners better understand their pet’s medications, communicate effectively with their veterinarian, and use medications safely.
Every article is created with the same objective:
To improve medication safety, promote informed veterinary care, and help pet owners make better decisions through evidence-based education.
Medical Disclaimer
PetMedsMadeSimple provides educational information only.
The content on this website is not intended to replace professional veterinary diagnosis, treatment, or medical advice.
Never start, stop, or change your pet’s medication without consulting a licensed veterinarian.
If your pet develops severe symptoms, difficulty breathing, seizures, collapse, poisoning, or any medical emergency, seek immediate veterinary care.
Last Updated
Last reviewed by the PetMedsMadeSimple Medical Review Board: June 2026