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Dr. Joanna Woodnutt

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Are Dachshunds Hypoallergenic? Vet-Verified Facts & FAQ

Are Dachshunds Hypoallergenic? Vet-Verified Facts & FAQ

Dachshunds are bold, spunky, and vivacious little things with personalities far bigger than their pint-sized posture would let on. Wiener or sausage dogs, as t…

Chantelle Fowler
By Chantelle Fowler
Dog Bitten by Another Dog? Our Vet Explains What to Do

Dog Bitten by Another Dog? Our Vet Explains What to Do

Just like people, dogs may not get on with every dog they meet. Dogs can bite for many reasons: they may be anxious, guarding an object, protecting you, or be…

Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
By Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
Dog’s Face Swollen? Our Vet Explains What to Do

Dog’s Face Swollen? Our Vet Explains What to Do

Pets are unwell from time to time and if your dog’s face has swollen suddenly this could mean a lot of different things. If your dog’s face is swollen it is im…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
My Dog Ate a Pencil! Our Vet Explains What to Do

My Dog Ate a Pencil! Our Vet Explains What to Do

How many of us confess to chewing on the end of a pencil while anxiously concentrating on an exam or dreaming up our next masterpiece? While the motivation is…

Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
By Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
My Dog Drank Antifreeze! Our Vet Explains What To Do

My Dog Drank Antifreeze! Our Vet Explains What To Do

As temperatures drop, one common household product we often reach for is antifreeze—to protect our vehicles and machinery from the cold. Antifreeze is extensiv…

Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
By Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
My Dog Ate a Toad! Our Vet Explains What to Do

My Dog Ate a Toad! Our Vet Explains What to Do

Imagine you find your dog playing with a toad. Or you’re out on a walk when your dog dashes into the bushes. Pretty standard behavior, only this time, they com…

Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
By Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
My Dog Ate a Battery! Here’s What to Do (Vet Answer)

My Dog Ate a Battery! Here’s What to Do (Vet Answer)

Dogs are curious creatures and love to investigate new or interesting items with their mouth and nose. Unfortunately, this means that they commonly chew or swa…

Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
By Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
My Dog Drank Pool Water! Here’s What to Do (Vet Answer)

My Dog Drank Pool Water! Here’s What to Do (Vet Answer)

Some dog breeds are born into their love of water, whether you are looking at the Portuguese Water Dog that historically accompanied fishermen in Atlantic wate…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
My Dog Ate a Bee! Here’s What to Do (Vet Answer)

My Dog Ate a Bee! Here’s What to Do (Vet Answer)

Dogs are curious animals, and if allowed they will spend a fair amount of time wandering outdoors, getting up to things that you likely have no idea about. The…

Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
By Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
My Dog Ate Deer Poop! Here’s What to Do (Vet Answer)

My Dog Ate Deer Poop! Here’s What to Do (Vet Answer)

It’s pretty common for dogs to take a nice bite of deer poo when they come across it on a walk or in the garden. My own dog has done it, and I know she’s not a…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove