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…
Can dogs eat pear cores? That’s a question I’ve heard a surprising number of times working as an Animal Care Specialist in both shelters and vet clinics. It might seem like a small thing—just a pear, right? But you’d be amazed how often pet parents overlook how a harmless-looking snack can become a problem. Let’s…
If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking, “Why is my dog losing hair in patches?”—you’re not alone. I’ve worked with hundreds of pet parents as a Veterinary Assistant with a focus on nutrition, and this question comes up all the time. It can be scary to notice bald spots or thinning fur on your pup, especially…
Ever found yourself staring at your pup’s face, noticing a strange gooey green stuff dripping from their nose, and instantly wondering, what does green discharge from a dog’s nose mean? Trust me, you’re not the only one. As someone who has spent years working in a vet clinic with a heavy focus on pet nutrition…
We’ve all been there—out enjoying a nice walk with our dog, everything’s going great, and then suddenly… something’s off. They start limping, favoring one leg, or even refuse to walk at all. If you’re wondering what to do if your dog is limping after a walk, you’re not alone. As someone who’s spent years working…
If you’ve ever found yourself Googling “Why is my dog coughing after exercise?” right after your pup finishes a game of fetch or a long walk, you’re definitely not alone. I’ve seen it countless times during my time as a Veterinary Assistant with a focus on pet nutrition—worried pet parents watching their dogs wheeze, hack,…
Can dogs eat figs? That’s a question I’ve been asked more than a few times at the clinic. As someone who’s spent years elbow-deep in fur, slobber, and the occasional emergency sock removal surgery (don’t ask), I can tell you—dog owners are right to be cautious about what their pups munch on. Not everything healthy…
So, you’ve just noticed your pup has one eye looking puffier than usual, and now you’re frantically googling what to do if your dog has a swollen eye. First—take a breath. I’ve been there more times than I can count in my years working as a Veterinary Assistant, especially with a focus on nutrition and…
Can dogs eat passionfruit? It’s a question I’ve heard more than once during my years working as an Animal Care Specialist in both shelters and pet clinics. It’s not surprising either—passionfruit smells amazing, tastes sweet, and looks exotic enough to catch any dog’s (or human’s) eye. I mean, who wouldn’t be curious watching their dog…