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Dr. Karyn Kanowski

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Can Turtles Eat Dog Food? Vet Approved Facts & Safety Guide

Can Turtles Eat Dog Food? Vet Approved Facts & Safety Guide

As omnivores, turtles need to eat a mix of plant and animal-based foods. Getting captive turtles to eat a balanced diet can be hard, so knowing which foods are…

Elizabeth Gray
By Elizabeth Gray
How Long Can Tortoises Go Without Food? Vet Verified Facts & FAQ

How Long Can Tortoises Go Without Food? Vet Verified Facts & FAQ

Tortoises have become popular pets because they are quiet, cute companions that are great for allergy sufferers. They don’t need to be taken for a daily walk,…

Misty Layne
By Misty Layne
Can Turtles Eat Cheese? Vet Approved Nutrition Facts & FAQ

Can Turtles Eat Cheese? Vet Approved Nutrition Facts & FAQ

Turtles are mostly omnivorous reptiles that can live fully or semi-aquatically, and usually have varied diets. There's little information about giving turtles…

Beth Crane
By Beth Crane
Can Turtles Eat Pineapple? Vet Approved Nutrition Facts & FAQ

Can Turtles Eat Pineapple? Vet Approved Nutrition Facts & FAQ

Captive turtle species, such as the Box Turtle and the Red-Eared Slider, can enjoy fruit on rare occasions, including pineapple. It really depends on the turtl…

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

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

Whether your pet tortoise lives indoors or out, they need to eat the right foods to stay healthy. As herbivores, tortoises should consume a variety of plant ma…

Elizabeth Gray
By Elizabeth Gray
Can Turtles Eat Fruit? 12 Vet-Reviewed Nutritious Options

Can Turtles Eat Fruit? 12 Vet-Reviewed Nutritious Options

When it comes to food, turtles aren’t very picky. They are happy to chew on vegetables, animal-based foods, and, of course, fruit. That’s right: turtles do lik…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Anemia in Dogs: Causes, Signs & Treatments (Vet Answer)

Anemia in Dogs: Causes, Signs & Treatments (Vet Answer)

Anemia is a simple word for a complex condition that has many different forms and a multitude of causes. Anemia is when there are not enough red blood cells, o…

Dr. Karyn Kanowski
By Dr. Karyn Kanowski
What Is a Normal Cat Blood Pressure Reading? Our Vet Explains

What Is a Normal Cat Blood Pressure Reading? Our Vet Explains

Most of us will, at some point, have had our blood pressure measured with a sphygmomanometer—with the cuff around the top of your arm that is inflated by squee…

Dr. Karyn Kanowski
By Dr. Karyn Kanowski
Can Sulcata Tortoises Eat Bananas? Vet Approved Nutrition Facts & FAQ

Can Sulcata Tortoises Eat Bananas? Vet Approved Nutrition Facts & FAQ

Tortoises must stick to a proper diet to remain healthy, but that doesn’t mean they cannot be fed a treat occasionally. Fruits are good treats for tortoises, s…

Jordyn Alger
By Jordyn Alger
How to Treat Blisters On my Dog's Paws: Vet Explained First Aid

How to Treat Blisters On my Dog's Paws: Vet Explained First Aid

Most people have probably experienced the pain and irritation of a blister at least once or twice; but when you notice your pet getting a blister, do you know…

Dr. Karyn Kanowski
By Dr. Karyn Kanowski