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Dr. Chantal is passionate about the human-animal bond and improving animals' lives through their connections with their human companions. She has worked with many different species, big and small, including dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, guinea pigs, reptiles, amphibians, and even horses and mice. Chantal is excited to share her knowledge using her writing to help people connect with their animal friends.
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Swimmer’s itch in dogs is very rare. However, itchy skin on a dog after swimming is exceptionally common. Itchy skin after swimming is almost always caused by…
French Bulldogs, with their big ears, huge eyes, round faces, squishy bellies, and perpetual ‘smile’, are always a favorite on the sidewalk. They attract laugh…
Coughing in a dog can be a sudden problem or a chronic problem that must be managed over the long term. The first step in diagnosing and treating a cough is ma…
The fun and joy of taking care of a new kitten can quickly be dampened if you're concerned about something that is just not quite right. Worrying about somethi…
Fever in dogs is a difficult clinical sign to monitor, unlike in humans, where it is one of the first measurements taken and one of the first signs of disease.…
Breathing too fast can be a result of a disease, such as lung cancer, or it can be a natural compensatory mechanism that happens normally, such as panting afte…
Mucus in the poop of a dog is a difficult clinical problem because it can be a minor, uncomplicated, self-resolving issue, or it can be life-threatening. The c…
Westies have some health issues that are so common in the breed that their owners need to be aware of them, like allergies, dermatitis, ear infections, and IBD…
Do rabbits need to go to the vet yearly for an annual checkup like a dog or cat? The answer is yes. Rabbits need a physical exam and veterinary assessment ever…
Newfoundland dogs are large, friendly giants, and just like any dog breed, they can get infected with the usual suspects: day-to-day tummy aches, arthritis, sk…
