If you’ve got a fluffy white pup at home, chances are you’ve faced the dreaded reddish-brown marks that form beneath their eyes. Yep, I’m talking about tear stains. One of the most common questions I get at the clinic, especially from pet parents of breeds like Maltese, Bichon Frise, and Poodles, is how to get…
Ever noticed your pup suddenly limping after a rowdy play session or a hike that was just a little too adventurous? Yep, I’ve been there—both as a pet parent and as a veterinary assistant with a deep focus on nutrition. If you’re wondering how to help a dog with a muscle strain, you’re not alone….
If you’ve ever opened a can of sardines and found your dog staring up at you with those irresistible puppy eyes, you’re not alone. I’ve had that same exact moment more times than I can count during my years as an Animal Care Specialist working in shelters and clinics. And like most pet parents, you’ve…
Let’s talk about something that comes up a lot in the clinic—how to teach a dog to enjoy grooming. If you’ve ever tried to bathe a squirmy pup or trim the nails of a dog who acts like you’re stealing their soul, you already know it’s not always easy. As a vet tech specializing in…
Recognizing the signs of organ failure in dogs can feel like finding a needle in a haystack—especially when your pup is still wagging their tail and asking for treats like nothing’s wrong. But as someone who’s worked closely with veterinary teams and handled more than a few worried pet parents in my time as a…
If you’re anything like me—spending most of your time up to your elbows in fur, treats, and occasional dog slobber—you’ve probably dealt with more than a few itchy ears in your day. As a Veterinary Technician with a focus on nutrition, I’ve had countless pet parents ask me the best ways to prevent dog ear…
Can dogs eat asparagus? That’s a question I get asked surprisingly often—usually right after a client tells me their pup snuck a piece off the dinner plate. As someone who’s spent a good chunk of her life as an Animal Care Specialist in both shelters and clinics, I’ve seen plenty of dogs try to chew…
If you’ve ever cared for a pup with health complications, you know how overwhelming it can be to find the right diet. One of the trickier conditions I’ve come across in my years working as an Animal Care Specialist is a liver shunt. And if you’re here, you’re probably searching for the best food for…
If you’ve ever been cooking up a juicy pork chop and noticed your pup giving you those big, hopeful eyes—you’re not alone. I can’t even count the number of times I’ve had clients at the clinic ask me, “Can dogs eat cooked pork?” It’s a question that comes up all the time, and it’s not…