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Dr. Lorna Whittemore

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What Can I Add to Dog Food for Dry Skin (14 Options)

What Can I Add to Dog Food for Dry Skin (14 Options)

Dealing with dry skin is never fun, and we shouldn’t expect our dogs to deal with such a condition. Fortunately, there are many things that you can add to your…

Rachael Gerkensmeyer
By Rachael Gerkensmeyer
How Common Is Rabies in Cats? Vet Reviewed Signs & Diagnosis Facts

How Common Is Rabies in Cats? Vet Reviewed Signs & Diagnosis Facts

Hearing the word rabies can initiate fear in a community. The idea that a roaming dog or perhaps a feral cat in the neighborhood has a deadly virus is reminisc…

Melissa Gunter
By Melissa Gunter
10 Ingredients to Avoid in Dog Food: Vet-Approved Facts & FAQ

10 Ingredients to Avoid in Dog Food: Vet-Approved Facts & FAQ

Many pet owners tend to not read the ingredient labels on their pets' food. But more people are starting to become more aware of what should and shouldn’t be i…

Kathryn Copeland
By Kathryn Copeland
When to Spay or Neuter a Golden Retriever? Vet-Reviewed Practices & Tips

When to Spay or Neuter a Golden Retriever? Vet-Reviewed Practices & Tips

While spaying/neutering is one of the most common procedures for pets, it’s not always easy to know when to schedule the procedure. For example, a recent study…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
What Is Raw Dog Food? Benefits, Cons & FAQ

What Is Raw Dog Food? Benefits, Cons & FAQ

If you are a dog owner, you’ve likely heard about raw dog food. It’s one of the latest trends that stresses the importance of dogs eating a similar diet to the…

Kathryn Copeland
By Kathryn Copeland
How Much Does Dog Food Weigh? Vet-Approved Calories & Nutritional Facts

How Much Does Dog Food Weigh? Vet-Approved Calories & Nutritional Facts

Feeding your dog the right amount of food each day is the best way to keep them healthy. The best way to do this is to find out the recommended number of calor…

Jessica Rossetti
By Jessica Rossetti
When Do Golden Retrievers Lose Their Baby Teeth? Breed Growing Facts

When Do Golden Retrievers Lose Their Baby Teeth? Breed Growing Facts

Just like people, dogs have two sets of teeth in their lifetimes: their baby teeth and adult teeth. Baby teeth are called “milk” teeth, or deciduous teeth, mea…

Jessica Rossetti
By Jessica Rossetti
How Big Do Dachshunds Get? Dachshund Growth & Weight Chart

How Big Do Dachshunds Get? Dachshund Growth & Weight Chart

Dachshunds are sometimes called “hot dogs” or “sausage dogs” because of their long bodies that are low to the ground. Although they may be small, they're full…

Jessica Rossetti
By Jessica Rossetti
Do Golden Retrievers Smell? Possible Causes & Recommendations

Do Golden Retrievers Smell? Possible Causes & Recommendations

Most animals have some sort of unique odor, dogs included. While the Golden Retriever isn’t one of the smelliest dog breeds around, they can be prone to develo…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
When Can Puppies Start Eating Puppy Food? Vet-Verified Facts & Advice

When Can Puppies Start Eating Puppy Food? Vet-Verified Facts & Advice

An important step in raising a litter of puppies is transitioning them from their mother’s milk to solid food. The natural weaning process enables pups to eat…

Chelsie Fraser
By Chelsie Fraser