Giving your dog a pill can sometimes feel like trying to perform a magic trick — except the dog isn’t quite as willing to cooperate as your audience. If you’ve ever wrestled with a wriggling pup or ended up dropping that tiny pill behind the couch, you know the struggle is real. From my years…
If you’ve ever wondered, “Why does my dog have stinky feet?”, you’re definitely not alone. As a veterinary assistant who’s spent quite a bit of time helping pet parents understand their furry friends’ quirks, I can tell you this is a surprisingly common question. Stinky dog feet can be a bit of a mystery and…
If you’ve ever worried about your furry friend’s health, you know how important it is to catch issues early. One of the trickier problems dogs face is liver disease — and spotting it early can make a huge difference. From my time working as a Veterinary Assistant with a nutrition focus, I’ve seen firsthand how…
If you’ve ever seen a dog freeze, shake, or bolt at the first crack of thunder or sudden loud noise, you know how stressful and heartbreaking it can be—not only for the dog but for us as pet parents too. Understanding how to reduce your dog’s reactivity to loud noises is something I’ve learned a…
If you’ve ever leaned in to give your furry friend a little ear rub and caught a whiff of something unpleasant, you’re not alone. What causes foul odor from a dog’s ears? is a question I get asked all the time in my work as a Veterinary Assistant with a focus on nutrition and overall…
If you’ve ever spent time with dogs—whether your own furry friend or those at a clinic—you might have noticed how their behavior can shift suddenly. Sometimes, your happy-go-lucky pooch might become restless, bark excessively, or seem downright overwhelmed. Knowing how to tell if your dog is overstimulated is crucial, especially because it’s not always obvious…
If you’ve ever wondered how to maintain a balanced lifestyle for your dog, you’re not alone. As a Veterinary Technician/Nurse specializing in pet nutrition, I get asked this *all the time*. Dogs, like us, thrive when their lifestyle is thoughtfully balanced—not just in terms of food, but exercise, mental stimulation, social interaction, and even rest….
If you’ve ever found yourself sniffling on the couch with a cold, your pup curled up beside you, you might’ve wondered, can dogs get colds from humans? As a Veterinary Assistant with a focus on nutrition, I’ve been asked this so many times during consults—especially during flu season. It’s totally understandable! After all, our dogs…
If you’ve ever noticed your furry friend vigorously shaking their head more than usual, you might be wondering how to stop a dog from excessive head shaking. Trust me, as a veterinary assistant with a special focus on nutrition and pet wellness, I’ve seen this behavior pop up quite a bit—and it’s never just a…