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Dr. Karyn Kanowski

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Do Turtles Sleep? Vet-Reviewed Physiology Facts & FAQ

Do Turtles Sleep? Vet-Reviewed Physiology Facts & FAQ

Turtles are amazing pets to have in the home. Not only do children love spending time interacting with and learning about these cool creatures, but they can al…

Melissa Gunter
By Melissa Gunter
Hot Spots on Dogs: Our Vet Explains Causes, Signs, & Treatments

Hot Spots on Dogs: Our Vet Explains Causes, Signs, & Treatments

A professor of animal dermatology once said that “skin is the bread and butter of veterinary practice,” and he was not wrong. No matter where you are in the wo…

Dr. Karyn Kanowski
By Dr. Karyn Kanowski
Can Bearded Dragons Eat Arugula? Vet-Reviewed Nutrition Facts & FAQ

Can Bearded Dragons Eat Arugula? Vet-Reviewed Nutrition Facts & FAQ

Bearded dragons are omnivores that need a daily salad to stay happy and healthy. A mixture of staple greens is necessary to meet your beardie’s nutritional nee…

Chantelle Fowler
By Chantelle Fowler
Can Tortoises Eat Apples? Vet-Reviewed Nutrition Facts & FAQ

Can Tortoises Eat Apples? Vet-Reviewed Nutrition Facts & FAQ

An apple a day might keep the doctor away, but will it get your tortoise out of a vet visit? While apples are undeniably nutritious for humans, the answer isn’…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Can Tortoises Eat Cucumbers? Vet-Reviewed Nutrition Facts & FAQ

Can Tortoises Eat Cucumbers? Vet-Reviewed Nutrition Facts & FAQ

Tortoises are herbivores and require plant material to maintain a healthy digestive system. These plant eaters will eat the stems, flowers, and leaves of plant…

Rachel Giordano
By Rachel Giordano
Do Turtles Get Cold? Vet-Reviewed Facts & Safety Guide

Do Turtles Get Cold? Vet-Reviewed Facts & Safety Guide

Do turtles get cold? It sounds like one of those questions that float into your mind out of nowhere at 3 am, doesn’t it? To answer this question, we need to kn…

Kit Copson
By Kit Copson
Can Tortoises Eat Potatoes? Vet-Reviewed Nutrition Facts & FAQ

Can Tortoises Eat Potatoes? Vet-Reviewed Nutrition Facts & FAQ

Tortoises, which are predominantly herbivorous, can safely enjoy a huge variety of vegetables, and are especially fond of fibrous and leafy greens, which make…

Kit Copson
By Kit Copson
Why Do Dogs Like Squeaky Toys? Vet-Reviewed Canine Facts & FAQ

Why Do Dogs Like Squeaky Toys? Vet-Reviewed Canine Facts & FAQ

When you head to the pet store to pick out a toy for your dog, you might notice some that are the most prevalent or most popular, such as balls, chew toys, rop…

Krystal Facey
By Krystal Facey
Salmonella in Cats: Vet-Explained Signs, Prevention, & Treatment

Salmonella in Cats: Vet-Explained Signs, Prevention, & Treatment

There are certain facts that everyone knows, even if you can’t remember when you learned them—don’t run with scissors, don’t take candy from a stranger, and ne…

Dr. Karyn Kanowski
By Dr. Karyn Kanowski
5 Common Bloodhound Health Issues: Our Vet Explains Signs & Treatments

5 Common Bloodhound Health Issues: Our Vet Explains Signs & Treatments

If you’re like us, you might be under the impression that Bloodhounds got their name from their ability to smell blood. While they are undoubtedly capable of d…

Dr. Karyn Kanowski
By Dr. Karyn Kanowski