Bringing a new dog into your home is an exciting adventure, but with that excitement comes responsibility, especially when it comes to house training. As a veterinary technician specializing in nutrition, I’ve seen firsthand how important early training is for a dog’s well-being and your peace of mind. It’s one of the first things we…
Teaching a dog to be okay with being alone is one of those things that seems simple—until you’re staring into a pair of sad puppy eyes or hearing howls echoing through the neighborhood the moment you leave. If you’ve ever wondered how to teach a dog to tolerate being alone, trust me, you’re not the…
Let’s face it—dogs licking their wounds is one of those things that just drives us pet parents a little crazy. It’s instinctual for them, sure, but when you’ve worked in veterinary medicine as long as I have, you start to see just how much harm this habit can cause. As a Veterinary Technician and Nutrition…
If you’re like me and love hitting the trails with your pup, then you know the joy of watching them sniff, bounce, and explore nature with all the enthusiasm in the world. But before you clip on that leash and lace up your boots, let’s talk about something super important: how to keep a dog…
If you’re anything like me—someone who’s worked as a Veterinary Technician/Nurse with a special focus on nutrition—you’ve probably heard it a hundred times: “How do I stop my dog from barking at the doorbell?” It’s one of the most common questions pet parents bring up during consults, and I totally get it. There’s something about…
If you’ve ever walked down the grooming aisle at your local pet store and stood there staring at the wall of brushes, wondering which one your dog actually needs — you’re not alone. Trust me, even as a vet tech specializing in nutrition, I get asked this all the time during appointments. Pet parents want…
If you’re a dog owner, you know how challenging it can be to deal with separation anxiety in your dog. It’s tough seeing your furry friend in distress when you leave the house, and you just wish you could make them feel better. As a veterinary technician with a specialty in nutrition, I’ve worked with…
As a Veterinary Technician with years of experience specializing in animal nutrition, I’ve seen firsthand how important it is to provide dogs with both physical and mental stimulation. When it comes to enriching a dog’s life, it’s not just about feeding them the right food or getting them enough exercise. A huge component of their…
As a veterinary technician specializing in nutrition, I’ve had my fair share of challenges working with dogs and their behavior, especially when it comes to something as common as barking at strangers. One of the questions I get asked a lot is, “How to train a dog to stop barking at strangers?” It’s a concern…