Dr. Amanda Charles

Dr. Amanda Charles

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Taurine for Dogs: What Is It & Info to Know (Vet-Approved)

Taurine for Dogs: What Is It & Info to Know (Vet-Approved)

It seems everyone has an opinion on the secret to living longer these days, but now science suggests that taurine might be part of the answer. Recent studies h…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Diabetes in Dogs: Our Vet Discusses Causes, Signs & Treatment

Diabetes in Dogs: Our Vet Discusses Causes, Signs & Treatment

Have you ever wondered … “Can dogs get diabetes?” And if dogs can get diabetes, what are the symptoms of canine diabetes and how do you treat diabetes in dogs?…

Dr. Amanda Charles
By Dr. Amanda Charles
Dog Trancing: What Is It & Why Does It Happen? Vet-Approved Facts

Dog Trancing: What Is It & Why Does It Happen? Vet-Approved Facts

Many people have heard the term “being in a trance,” but only a few know that it can (somewhat) apply to dogs. Dog trancing, also known as trance-like syndrome…

Annaliese Morgan
By Annaliese Morgan
Can Dogs Eat Grapes? Vet-Verified Risks & Safety Guide

Can Dogs Eat Grapes? Vet-Verified Risks & Safety Guide

Can dogs eat grapes? To many canines, any food left out and in their reach is for them. They don’t stop to consider whether it should be for them, which is why…

Jordyn Alger
By Jordyn Alger
Can Dogs Eat Celery? Vet-Approved Feeding Facts & FAQ

Can Dogs Eat Celery? Vet-Approved Feeding Facts & FAQ

Looking for a healthy snack option for your dog? While you might be tempted to toss them whatever food you’re holding at the moment, there are some foods that…

Cassidy Sutton
By Cassidy Sutton
Why Do Dogs Hate Baths? 6 Vet-Verified Reasons & Helpful Tips

Why Do Dogs Hate Baths? 6 Vet-Verified Reasons & Helpful Tips

When it comes to bath time for your dog, it can be stressful for everyone involved. It's often a process that leaves a mess behind for you to clean up, and if…

Brooke Billingsley
By Brooke Billingsley
Allergies in Dogs: Causes, Signs & Treatment

Allergies in Dogs: Causes, Signs & Treatment

For most people, part of every year involves buying extra tissues as the nose starts to alternate between running and stuffing up, and sneezes become a regular…

Dean Eby
By Dean Eby
10 Common Dog Potty Training Issues (Vet-Verified)

10 Common Dog Potty Training Issues (Vet-Verified)

Dog potty training is challenging for most dog owners and is often a rite of passage for becoming a dog parent. You’re not alone in the challenges, and acciden…

Jessica Kim
By Jessica Kim
Why Do Dogs Eat Sticks? Decoding Canine Behavior (Vet-Approved)

Why Do Dogs Eat Sticks? Decoding Canine Behavior (Vet-Approved)

Dogs seem to have some sort of obsession with sticks; they play with them, carry them around, fetch them, chew them, and might eat bits of them. Chewing on sti…

Keri-Beth Clur
By Keri-Beth Clur
My Dog Ate Halloween Candy: What Should I Do? (Vet Approved)

My Dog Ate Halloween Candy: What Should I Do? (Vet Approved)

It happens to people every year around Halloween. They wake up and walk into the kitchen to find that their candy stash has been raided by their dog. This can…

Grant Piper
By Grant Piper