As a Veterinary Assistant with a special focus on nutrition, I’ve encountered my fair share of concerned pet owners who come to me with questions about their dog’s health. One of the most common and concerning topics that often arise is high blood pressure, also known as hypertension, in dogs. It’s easy to overlook, but…
If you’ve ever had a dog with food intolerance, you know how heartbreaking and frustrating it can be. Our furry friends can’t exactly tell us what’s going on, and the symptoms can sometimes be confusing. As a Veterinary Assistant with a focus on nutrition, I’ve seen my fair share of cases where food intolerance played…
We’ve all been there—bathing our dogs and trying to get them clean, only to accidentally get some soap in their eyes. It’s one of those moments where your dog starts shaking their head, and you instantly feel bad for them. But don’t worry, it’s a fairly common accident, and the good news is, there’s plenty…
Ever wondered, can dogs get acid reflux? Symptoms and remedies for our four-legged besties are actually something way more common than a lot of pet parents realize. I first learned about it firsthand working as a Veterinary Assistant with a strong focus on pet nutrition. One minute you’re thinking your dog just has a little…
If you’re wondering how to stop a dog from licking a wound excessively, you’re definitely not alone. As someone who’s spent years as a Veterinary Assistant with a focus on nutrition, I’ve seen firsthand how tricky wound care can get. Believe me, keeping a determined pup from turning a minor scrape into a major issue…
If you’re a dog parent like me, you’ve probably noticed that our furry friends sometimes have itchy, irritated skin. While a lot of things can cause discomfort for our dogs, one of the most common culprits is fungal infections. These little troublemakers can leave your dog constantly scratching, licking, or even causing hotspots. This is…
As a veterinary assistant with a special focus on nutrition, I’ve seen a lot of pet owners struggle with shedding issues in their dogs. Whether you’re tired of fur all over your furniture or simply want to improve your dog’s overall health, one of the most common questions I get is: How to reduce dog…
As an Animal Care Specialist working at a pet clinic and shelter, I’ve had my fair share of questions from pet owners about what’s safe to feed their dogs. One question I’ve heard a lot recently is, “Can dogs eat pomegranate seeds?” It’s a great question because, as much as we love feeding our dogs…
If you’ve ever noticed your dog walking around with a limp tail or even a completely floppy one, you’re probably wondering, “What does it mean if a dog’s tail is limp?” This might be more common than you’d think, and while it can sometimes be a simple issue that resolves on its own, it could…