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Dr. Emma Chandley

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Are Turtles Smart? 4 Interesting Displays of Intelligence (Vet Answer)

Are Turtles Smart? 4 Interesting Displays of Intelligence (Vet Answer)

Have you ever found yourself wondering how smart turtles really are? The most important thing to remember when analyzing the intelligence of turtles is that th…

Dr. Emma Chandley
By Dr. Emma Chandley
Amitriptyline for Cats: Our Vet Explains Usage, Safety & FAQ

Amitriptyline for Cats: Our Vet Explains Usage, Safety & FAQ

Amitriptyline is a tricyclic antidepressant that is prescribed in veterinary medicine to treat behavioral disorders in cats and dogs. Amitriptyline works by bl…

Dr. Emma Chandley
By Dr. Emma Chandley
Can Dogs Take Zofran? Our Vet Explain Uses, Risks & FAQ

Can Dogs Take Zofran? Our Vet Explain Uses, Risks & FAQ

Zofran is the brand name for the medication ondansetron. Ondansetron is a drug that is used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by surgery, cancer chemothera…

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By Dr. Emma Chandley
Cat Acne: Causes, Signs & Care Guide (Vet Answer)

Cat Acne: Causes, Signs & Care Guide (Vet Answer)

Cats can develop acne just like humans do. Lots of owners do not even realize that the little black spots, red bumps, and scabby patches under their cat's chin…

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By Dr. Emma Chandley
Reverse Sneezing in Cats: Causes & What to Do (Vet Answer)

Reverse Sneezing in Cats: Causes & What to Do (Vet Answer)

Reverse sneezing in cats can cause alarm if owners have never experienced it before. There is no need to panic—reverse sneezing is not as bad as it sounds. Rev…

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By Dr. Emma Chandley
Amoxicillin for Dogs: Usage, Dosage & Safety (Vet Answer)

Amoxicillin for Dogs: Usage, Dosage & Safety (Vet Answer)

Amoxicillin is a commonly used antibiotic for dogs. It is a broad-spectrum drug effective against a wide range of bacteria. It is relatively safe with minimal…

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By Dr. Emma Chandley
Zyrtec for Cats: Dosage and Uses (Vet Answer)

Zyrtec for Cats: Dosage and Uses (Vet Answer)

Zyrtec is the brand name of a specific antihistamine drug with the generic name of cetirizine and is a type of antihistamine drug frequently prescribed by vets…

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By Dr. Emma Chandley
My Dog Ate Leather: What Should I Do Next? (Vet Answer)

My Dog Ate Leather: What Should I Do Next? (Vet Answer)

Leather itself isn't actually dangerous to dogs, however, there are some serious issues that can arise from eating it. It is important owners are aware of the…

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By Dr. Emma Chandley
My Dog Ate Poison Ivy: Here's What to Do (Vet Answer)

My Dog Ate Poison Ivy: Here's What to Do (Vet Answer)

There are several different plants around our homes or in areas where we take our dogs that can be toxic or poisonous to our pets. One of those is poison ivy.…

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By Dr. Emma Chandley
Lick Granuloma in Dogs: Causes, Signs, and Treatments (Vet Answer)

Lick Granuloma in Dogs: Causes, Signs, and Treatments (Vet Answer)

Lick granuloma in dogs is a relatively common problem. It is a type of canine dermatitis that arises from repetitive licking. Common signs of lick granuloma in…

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By Dr. Emma Chandley