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Dr. Marta Vidal-Abarca

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Why Do Dogs Not Like Their Paws Touched? 5 Vet-Verified Common Reason

Why Do Dogs Not Like Their Paws Touched? 5 Vet-Verified Common Reason

Dogs are amazing animals known as “man's” best friend for many reasons—their outstanding personalities, loyalty, and ability to cheer up their owners. That bei…

Jana Blagojevic
By Jana Blagojevic
Can I Leave My Dog in the Backyard While at Work? Vet-Verified Facts & FAQ

Can I Leave My Dog in the Backyard While at Work? Vet-Verified Facts & FAQ

Every puppy parent has to face the inevitable decision at some point. Weeks have passed since you brought your new dog home, they’re getting comfy in the new s…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
How Long Can a Dog Be in a Crate? 6 Vet Reviewed Training Tips

How Long Can a Dog Be in a Crate? 6 Vet Reviewed Training Tips

The amount of time a dog can remain in a crate depends heavily on their age, temperament, and previous experiences they have had. The crate size is very import…

Jordyn Alger
By Jordyn Alger
How to Protect Dog Paws From Hot Pavement: 10 Vet Approved Tips

How to Protect Dog Paws From Hot Pavement: 10 Vet Approved Tips

Dog paw pads are just as sensitive as the bottom of a human’s feet, and they can get burns when coming into contact with a hot surface. Therefore, in many part…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
How Much Does Rabbit Abscess Treatment Cost? 2026 Update

How Much Does Rabbit Abscess Treatment Cost? 2026 Update

Rabbits that develop bacterial infections are susceptible to develop an abscess, which is a collection of pus within an area of inflamed tissue. The pus in rab…

Rachael Gerkensmeyer
By Rachael Gerkensmeyer
What Temperature Is Too Cold for Rabbits? 7 Vet Approved Tips

What Temperature Is Too Cold for Rabbits? 7 Vet Approved Tips

Rabbits have adaptations that allow them to survive in cold temperatures remarkably well. You may think of them as fragile due to their compact size, but they…

Jeff Weishaupt
By Jeff Weishaupt
What Does Digitigrade Mean? Vet-Approved Explanation (With Infographic)

What Does Digitigrade Mean? Vet-Approved Explanation (With Infographic)

Digitigrade is a common characteristic of mammals and birds, but it does not encompass all species of either class of animals. Humans, baboons, and bears are n…

Chris Dinesen Rogers
By Chris Dinesen Rogers
My Dog Smells Bad All of a Sudden: Vet-Verified Signs, Causes & Remedies

My Dog Smells Bad All of a Sudden: Vet-Verified Signs, Causes & Remedies

While it's normal for dogs to have a distinctive scent, if your dog's regular fragrance suddenly becomes intense, you may wonder if you should be concerned and…

Lorre Luther
By Lorre Luther
What Temperature Is Too Cold to Walk My Dog? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

What Temperature Is Too Cold to Walk My Dog? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

Winter can be a long and dark season for many people who live in northern climates. Even when the temperatures drop and the weather turns nasty, dogs still nee…

Grant Piper
By Grant Piper
My Cat Ate a Rubber Band: What Should I Do? (Vet Answer)

My Cat Ate a Rubber Band: What Should I Do? (Vet Answer)

If your cat ate a rubber band, keep reading. Swallowing a rubber band can cause severe problems for cats, such as gastrointestinal obstruction. In some cases,…

Dr. Iulia Mihai
By Dr. Iulia Mihai