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Dr. Amanda Charles

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4 Home Remedies to Get Rid of Dog Urine Smells & Stains

4 Home Remedies to Get Rid of Dog Urine Smells & Stains

Messy accidents are part of life for any dog owner, and if not promptly cleaned up, can trigger more accidents later, especially for young puppies in the proce…

Dr. Amanda Charles
By Dr. Amanda Charles
Capstar vs Comfortis Flea Treatments: Vet Approved Pros, Cons & Verdict

Capstar vs Comfortis Flea Treatments: Vet Approved Pros, Cons & Verdict

Capstar and Comfortis are two well-known brands of flea treatments for pets. Capstar and Comfortis can be given to cats and dogs, but each uses a different act…

Beth Crane
By Beth Crane
Are Pugs Hypoallergenic? Vet-Reviewed Dog Allergy Facts

Are Pugs Hypoallergenic? Vet-Reviewed Dog Allergy Facts

Pugs are adorable little pups that make excellent pets for almost everyone. With their laidback temperament and entertaining personalities, you’re sure to have…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Can Dogs Eat Molasses? Vet Approved Benefits & Safety Tips

Can Dogs Eat Molasses? Vet Approved Benefits & Safety Tips

Molasses is a thick, dark syrup derived from the sugar making process, when sugarcane or sugar beets are refined into sugar. It's used in baking and sometimes…

Kerry-Ann Kerr
By Kerry-Ann Kerr
How to Groom a Dog With Matted Hair: 6 Vet-Reviewed Easy Steps

How to Groom a Dog With Matted Hair: 6 Vet-Reviewed Easy Steps

If you have a long-haired or curly coated dog you may have noticed they’re prone to matting. Certain breeds and coat types are more vulnerable to matting such…

Kerry-Ann Kerr
By Kerry-Ann Kerr
How to Get Tree Sap Out of Dog Hair: 8 Vet-Approved Steps

How to Get Tree Sap Out of Dog Hair: 8 Vet-Approved Steps

Tree sap can be a pain to remove from your pet’s fur. It’s incredibly sticky, making their coat matted and uncomfortable. Furthermore, tree sap can stick to ot…

Kristin Hitchcock
By Kristin Hitchcock
Can Dogs Eat Jellybeans? Vet Reviewed Risks & FAQ

Can Dogs Eat Jellybeans? Vet Reviewed Risks & FAQ

With flavors ranging from fruit punch and blueberry to egg nog, margarita, and pancakes with syrup, jellybeans are a fun, sweet treat for humans, but they’re n…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Can Dogs Eat Frozen Yogurt? Vet Approved Facts & Safety Guide

Can Dogs Eat Frozen Yogurt? Vet Approved Facts & Safety Guide

Can canines consume frozen yogurt? Is frozen yogurt okay for dogs since it is okay for humans to have it? The short answer to the question of whether dogs can…

Hanh Duong
By Hanh Duong
Can Dogs Eat Couscous? Vet-Approved Facts & FAQ

Can Dogs Eat Couscous? Vet-Approved Facts & FAQ

Couscous is quick and easy to prepare and can be enjoyed with many other ingredients. Often when dog owners prepare a dish with rice, the leftovers are a great…

Kristin Hitchcock
By Kristin Hitchcock
Can Dogs Eat Horseradish? Vet-Reviewed Health Risks & FAQs

Can Dogs Eat Horseradish? Vet-Reviewed Health Risks & FAQs

There may be no condiment quite as polarizing as horseradish. It does have a bit of an acquired taste as it is very spicy in a different way from other condime…

Chantelle Fowler
By Chantelle Fowler