Grooming, seasonal care, first aid, and everyday tips for dog owners.
As a seasoned Veterinary Technician and Nutrition Specialist, I’ve worked with countless dog owners over the years who were desperate to find safer, more natural ways to keep their furry companions flea-free. One question I get asked more than you’d think? How to make a homemade flea repellent for dogs. And honestly, I love this…
As a Veterinary Technician specializing in Nutrition, I’ve had the privilege of seeing first-hand how important it is to properly socialize a dog with people and pets. It’s not just about teaching your dog to be friendly or less anxious—it’s about creating an emotionally balanced and well-adjusted companion that can thrive in a variety of…
If you’re a pet parent like me, there’s nothing worse than watching your dog constantly scratch, lick, or chew themselves raw. As a Veterinary Technician with a background in pet nutrition, I’ve had a front-row seat to all kinds of allergy battles — some mild, others downright heartbreaking. The good news? You don’t always need…
If you’re a pet parent like me, you probably know that dogs aren’t always the best at telling us when something’s wrong. That’s why understanding how to recognize early signs of hip dysplasia in dogs is so important. As a Veterinary Technician specializing in nutrition, I’ve seen way too many pups suffer longer than they…
Watching a dog grieve the loss of a beloved companion is one of the most heart-wrenching experiences we can witness as pet parents and caregivers. As someone who’s worked closely with dogs for years as a Veterinary Technician and Nutrition Specialist, I’ve had a front-row seat to how deeply our pups can be affected by…
Let’s talk about something near and dear to my heart — how to create a comfortable sleeping area for a dog. As someone who’s spent years working hands-on with animals as a Veterinary Technician and Nutrition Nurse, I’ve seen firsthand how much a restful, cozy spot means to our four-legged friends. Trust me, it’s not…
If you’ve ever stood there, holding your dog’s bowl while they spin, bark, and practically do backflips for their dinner—trust me, you’re not alone. Teaching dogs to wait patiently for food isn’t just about good manners; it’s a chance to build trust, create structure, and even support better digestion. So today, I want to walk…
If you’re anything like me—someone who’s spent years elbows-deep in fur, wagging tails, and a whole lot of drool—then you already know how much dental health matters for our four-legged companions. But here’s the thing: finding the best dog toothpaste brands for dental health isn’t as simple as grabbing the first tube off the pet…
Let’s be real — aging doesn’t slow our dogs down as much as boredom does. How to prevent boredom in senior dogs isn’t just a trending pet topic — it’s something I face almost daily in my work as a Veterinary Technician/Nurse specializing in nutrition. Whether I’m helping a grey-muzzled Labrador rediscover joy through puzzle…