Dr. Ashley Darby
Veterinarian
About
Dr. Ashley has worked in mixed and small animal emergency clinics and general practice ever since 2017 after studying Sydney University. She grew up in South Africa and England before moving to Australia, and her passion for animals came from many childhood safaris in the Kruger National Park. Ash lives with her husband, two happy Springer Spaniels, and one very patient black cat. She also competes in equestrian sports with her horse, Atlas.Archive
Maltipoos are known for their big hearts, fluffy coats, and long lifespans, often reaching 12 to 15 happy years. But even adorable Maltese–Poodle mixes have a few health quirks every owner should keep an eye on. Many common Maltipoo health...
Let’s be honest—most dog parents mean to brush their pup’s teeth, but life gets in the way. Then suddenly your dog is 5 years old, and you wonder… is it too late? The good news: it’s never too late to...
If you’ve noticed your Pitbull scratching nonstop, developing bald spots, or breaking out in red, irritated skin, you’re not alone. These loyal, lovable companions are sadly prone to a whole range of skin issues that can leave both pup and...
Castor oil has been used for thousands of years in traditional medicine, including as a laxative, even for pets. And while it might seem like a harmless, natural fix for your dog’s tummy troubles or skin irritation, this old-school remedy...
If you have had a dog for a while, you probably noticed that they sometimes get eye boogers and tear stains, and it’s common to worry that it might be a sign of poor health. Fortunately, eye boogers and tear...
You know chocolate is toxic to canines, so giving it to your pup is out of the question. But sometimes those begging eyes are so hard to resist! However, while you can’t feed your dog real chocolate, you can feed...
Our canine companions are the absolute cutest, but they can also be kind of slobbery. While some pups just drool a little here or there, others love licking their humans constantly. Sometimes, those canines who love to lick people lick...
People recognized the importance of dulling pain and controlling a patient’s reaction to various medical procedures as far back as in the writings of the Greek physician Hippocrates. He lived between 460–375 BC. It’s an amazing feat when you consider...
Alaskan Malamutes are some of the most gorgeous canines around, as well as some of the hardest working. This spitz breed is made for heavy-duty work and has incredible endurance. Despite their use as work dogs, they’re more often found...
If you’re a dog parent and a plant parent, you know some plants are toxic to canines and shouldn’t be in your home or garden. You might not know all the plants that can harm your pup, though. If you’re...
Most dogs are excellent companions for introverted people. Dogs provide an easy, non-judgemental relationship that has benefits that go both ways; your dog benefits from your love and care while you get stress relief, emotional support, a reason to get...
For humans, oatmeal cookies are generally considered a healthier alternative to other cookies because they contain whole-grain oats, which are high in fiber, however, oatmeal cookies will still contain sugar and butter which are not healthy for dogs. Oatmeal cookies...
If you’re coming to this article concerned and ready to call the vet—just know that sweet potato fries aren’t toxic for your dog. However, if they are already made into fries, and you haven’t just cut up a fresh, sweet...
Pumpkin (Cucurbita spp) is readily available, inexpensive, and easy to prepare for your dog. It is also packed full of vitamins and minerals and is considered a superfood for our canine companions. That said, you do need to be careful...
Siberian Huskies are gorgeous medium-sized dogs that can make fantastic pets for the right people. Dogs of this size tend to grow fairly quickly, reaching full maturity around 1 1/2 years of age. If you’re considering adopting a Siberian Husky,...
