Grooming, seasonal care, first aid, and everyday tips for dog owners.
Hey there, fellow dog lovers! I’m Tarra, a Canine-Assisted Therapy Trainer with a deep passion for pup wellness—and today, I’m diving into something that’s often overlooked but super important: Essential Dog Grooming Tips for a Healthy, Happy Pup. Let me just say upfront, grooming isn’t just about making your dog look pretty (although that’s definitely…
Helping a dog transition smoothly into a new environment can be a challenge, especially if they’re coming from a stressful past or haven’t been socialized much. As a Veterinary Technician and Nurse specializing in Nutrition, I’ve worked with countless dogs during big life changes — moves, rehoming, or even just adjusting to new family dynamics….
When summer hits and the temperatures soar, one of the biggest concerns I see as a vet tech—especially working in nutrition and dermatology—is figuring out how to prevent hot spots in dogs during summer. If you’ve ever had to deal with a dog scratching and chewing at a red, oozing patch of skin that seemed…
Let’s be real — taking care of a dog isn’t just about feeding them twice a day and taking them out to pee. It’s a full-on relationship. As someone who spends my days managing high blood pressure and helping folks take better care of their bodies, I can’t help but notice the overlap when it…
If you’ve ever tried to wrangle a wet, wriggling Labrador into a tub only to come out soaked, scratched, and wondering why you didn’t just skip bath time altogether… hey, you’re not alone. As a Veterinary Technician specializing in nutrition, I’ve spent years helping pet parents with all kinds of issues—many of them thinking they…
Let’s be real—dogs are curious little goofballs. As a Veterinary Technician/Nurse who’s seen more than my fair share of “my dog ate what?!” emergencies, I can tell you firsthand: keeping pups safe from toxic plants is a big deal. Whether it’s a puppy nibbling on the potted peace lily in your living room or an…
Let me just say it upfront—figuring out how to care for your dog’s skin during allergy season can feel like you’re solving a mystery with fur-covered clues. As a vet tech who’s spent more hours than I can count helping itchy pups and their frustrated humans, I’ve seen it all—from seasonal flare-ups that just won’t…
If you’ve ever found yourself tangled—literally—in the challenge of grooming a thick-coated dog, you’re not alone. As a Veterinary Technician with a special focus on pet nutrition, I’ve had more than a few fluff-battles myself. So, let’s talk real: the best tips for brushing a thick-coated dog don’t come from reading labels on brushes—they come…
If you’ve ever found yourself yelling “No!” for the hundredth time as your dog zooms around the house with your favorite shoe, you’re not alone. I’ve been there, too—trying to manage hypertension all day and coming home to a dog that thinks couch cushions are chew toys. As a physician, I’ve learned a lot about…