When it comes to keeping your dog healthy and happy, water isn’t just a luxury—it’s essential. I’ve seen way too many pups come into the clinic showing subtle signs their humans didn’t catch early enough. So let’s get into it: What are the signs of dehydration in dogs? It’s a question every dog parent should…
Ever been slicing up a juicy pineapple, your pup giving you those “feed me now” eyes? Yeah, same here. The question I get asked all the time at the clinic—can dogs eat pineapple without the core?—is more common than you’d think. And honestly, it’s a smart one to ask. As someone who’s worked in shelters…
Dogs are amazing companions, but just like us, they can get stressed out from time to time. Knowing how to spot signs of stress in dogs is super important—not just so you can help them feel better, but also to prevent those little stress signals from turning into bigger health or behavior problems. From my…
Ever found yourself asking, can dogs have lactose intolerance? You’re not alone. As a Veterinary Assistant with a focus on nutrition, I’ve had more than a few pet parents come in panicked because their pup had a bit of ice cream and then, well… let’s just say their carpet didn’t appreciate it. So let’s talk…
We’ve all been there—peeling an orange in the kitchen when suddenly, you feel those eyes on you. You look down, and there’s your pup, tail wagging, giving you that look like, “Hey, you gonna share that?” As someone who’s worked hands-on with dogs in both pet clinics and shelters for years, this question comes up…
If you’re wondering about the best feeding frequency for raw-fed dogs, you’re definitely not alone. I get this question all the time—from new dog parents at the clinic to seasoned adopters at the shelter trying raw for the first time. Over the years working as an Animal Care Specialist, I’ve seen firsthand how much a…
If you’re a dog owner, one question that probably keeps popping up in your mind is: what to do if a dog eats chocolate? It’s a pretty common emergency call I’ve seen time and again during my years as a Veterinary Assistant, especially working closely with pet nutrition and overall health. Chocolate isn’t just a…
Let’s talk about something I see all the time at the clinic—overfeeding. Especially with small dogs, it’s way more common than most people realize. I can’t count how many times I’ve had pet parents come in, worried about weight gain, sluggishness, or even joint issues, only to discover that the problem comes down to simple…
If you’re frantically Googling how to treat a dog’s tail injury because your pup just wagged their tail a little too hard and now there’s blood on your wall—first of all, breathe. You’re not alone. I’ve been a Veterinary Assistant for a few years now, with a bit of a soft spot for nutrition cases,…