If you’re wondering how to keep a dog’s coat clean between baths, trust me—you’re not alone. As a Veterinary Technician with a focus in nutrition, I’ve had countless pet parents ask me the same thing during appointments. “Bianca, I just bathed him last week, but he already smells like outside!” Yep, been there, sniffed that….
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…
If you’re wondering how to properly clean a dog’s food and water bowls, you’re in the right place. As a Veterinary Technician/Nurse who’s been elbows-deep in everything from nutrition consultations to scrubbing down stainless steel kennels, I can tell you this: those innocent-looking bowls? Total germ magnets. It’s wild how many pet parents overlook this…
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…
As a Veterinary Technician specializing in nutrition, I can tell you that dealing with dog urine smell in the house is one of the most common frustrations for pet owners. The good news? There are several effective ways to get rid of dog urine smell, and many of them are simple, natural, and can be…
As a veterinary technician specializing in nutrition, I’ve seen firsthand how important it is to care for every part of our pets’ bodies — and their paws are no exception. If you’re like me, you love to take your dog for walks. Whether it’s a brisk stroll through the neighborhood or a more adventurous hike,…
When it comes to caring for your furry friend, tear stains are one of those little annoyances that can be both uncomfortable for your dog and unsightly for you. As a pet nutritionist and expert working in a veterinary clinic, I’ve seen this issue quite a bit. Many pet owners don’t know how to properly…
As a pet nutritionist and care expert with years of experience in veterinary clinics, I’ve seen it all when it comes to caring for our furry companions. One of the most overlooked areas of dog hygiene is the cleaning of their nose folds. If you’ve ever had a dog with wrinkles or a flat face,…
As a pet nutritionist working in veterinary clinics, I’ve seen firsthand how crucial proper hygiene is for our furry companions. One often-overlooked aspect of pet care is knowing how to clean dog bowls to prevent bacteria buildup. If you’re like most pet parents, you probably rinse your pup’s bowls occasionally or toss them in the…