Dr. Ashley Darby

Dr. Ashley Darby

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10 Essential Rules for Raw Dog Food: Vet-Verified Nutrition Considerations

10 Essential Rules for Raw Dog Food: Vet-Verified Nutrition Considerations

Raw feeding is a controversial subject among dog owners, with some advocating for and some against it. There are clear guidelines from regulating bodies such a…

Beth Crane
By Beth Crane
Can Dogs Get Styes? Vet-Reviewed Signs, Causes & Treatment

Can Dogs Get Styes? Vet-Reviewed Signs, Causes & Treatment

If you have ever had a stye, you know just how painful it can be. If your dog is showing eye irritation with an all-too-familiar appearance, you might wonder—c…

Ashley Bates
By Ashley Bates
Can Dogs Get Chiggers? Vet-Verified Facts & FAQ

Can Dogs Get Chiggers? Vet-Verified Facts & FAQ

Chiggers are tiny mites that live near water and are typically found in grass or wooded areas. They enjoy the warmth, come out in the warmer months, and they a…

Matt Jackson
By Matt Jackson
Sciatic Nerve Injury in Dogs: Vet-Explained Causes, Prevention & Treatments

Sciatic Nerve Injury in Dogs: Vet-Explained Causes, Prevention & Treatments

The sciatic nerve is a large nerve in our legs and, similarly, is present in the canine hindlimb. You might be familiar with it, especially if you have experie…

Dr. Ashley Darby
By Dr. Ashley Darby
How to Feed a Puppy: 10 Vet-Approved Tips

How to Feed a Puppy: 10 Vet-Approved Tips

Puppyhood is an important time in a dog’s life that’s marked by significant growth and development. Puppies have many needs and require a great deal of time an…

Jessica Kim
By Jessica Kim
How to Train a Fearful Dog: 10 Vet-Approved Tips

How to Train a Fearful Dog: 10 Vet-Approved Tips

Dogs bring so much joy to our lives, with unconditional love and faithful companionship. However, pet ownership is a commitment and responsibility. Teaching yo…

Chris Dinesen Rogers
By Chris Dinesen Rogers
Are There Energy Boosters for Dogs? 6 Vet-Approved Ways to Do It

Are There Energy Boosters for Dogs? 6 Vet-Approved Ways to Do It

Is your dog a little sluggish or low in energy? Dogs are like people in that each individual may be a little more or less active, and breed/genetics play a rol…

Codee Chessher
By Codee Chessher
How To Prevent Obesity In Dogs: 9 Vet-Approved Tips

How To Prevent Obesity In Dogs: 9 Vet-Approved Tips

Obesity in dogs is a bigger problem than you might think. In 2022, 59% of all dogs in the U.S. were considered obese or overweight!1 Carrying around extra weig…

Misty Layne
By Misty Layne
13 Important Questions to Ask a Dog Breeder (Vet-Approved)

13 Important Questions to Ask a Dog Breeder (Vet-Approved)

Buying a new puppy from a dog breeder can be an exciting and stressful time. Purebred puppies can be expensive, and there are dozens of breeders in every area…

Grant Piper
By Grant Piper
Why Is My Dog Not Eating? 9 Vet-Verified Reasons & What to Do

Why Is My Dog Not Eating? 9 Vet-Verified Reasons & What to Do

The role of every dog owner is to do everything it takes to keep their puppy happy and healthy. So, it's understandable that many owners panic when their dog d…

Jana Blagojevic
By Jana Blagojevic