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Dr. Joanna Woodnutt

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

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

Dogs are very inquisitive creatures and love to explore the world through their nose and mouth. The combination of this inquisitive nature and a heightened sen…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
My Dog Drank Bleach! Our Vet Explains What To Do

My Dog Drank Bleach! Our Vet Explains What To Do

Since the COVID-19 pandemic struck, people have been disinfecting their homes more frequently and more thoroughly. Sadly, the Pet Poison Helpline reported an i…

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

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

While the majority of pet parents know not to give their canine friend alcoholic drinks, alcohol poisoning in dogs is not uncommon. Although dogs don’t tend to…

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

My Dog Ate Chocolate Cake! Here’s What to Do (Vet Answer)

Chocolate was known by the Aztecs as a gift from the gods. It is a very popular treat and often accompanies festivities in many forms—coming in heart-shaped bo…

Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
By Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
My Dog Ate Silica Gel! Our Vet Explains What to Do

My Dog Ate Silica Gel! Our Vet Explains What to Do

Those little packets saying "do not eat" that you find inside packages, new handbags, and dried goods contain silica gel—an inert substance that acts as a desi…

Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
By Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
8 Homemade Dog Food Recipes for Skin Allergies (Vet-Approved)

8 Homemade Dog Food Recipes for Skin Allergies (Vet-Approved)

Does your dog have skin allergies? You may be interested in making homemade dog food so that you can control the ingredients. If your dog is allergic to chicke…

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

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

Dogs will rarely pass up the opportunity for a tasty treat, and unfortunately, this can sometimes include the unexpected! Many kinds of toothpaste are designed…

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

My Dog Ate Paper Towel! Here’s What to Do (Vet Answer)

Dogs are intelligent creatures, often full of curiosity. Sometimes their curiosity can get the better of them and you may suddenly find your pet with their nos…

Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
By Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
My Dog Ate a Bar of Soap: Our Vet Explains What To Do

My Dog Ate a Bar of Soap: Our Vet Explains What To Do

As pet parents, we know that dogs like to eat all sorts of weird and wonderful things! A bar of soap is one of the many items around the house that a dog may b…

Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
By Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
My Dog Ate a Condom! Our Vet Explains What To Do

My Dog Ate a Condom! Our Vet Explains What To Do

Have you ever left a condom lying out, only to discover it isn't there anymore but your dog is close by licking his lips? What should you do next? A dog eating…

Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
By Dr. Joanna Woodnutt