Dr. Ashley Darby

Dr. Ashley Darby

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Health Problems in Shih Tzus: 11 Common Issues to Watch For

Health Problems in Shih Tzus: 11 Common Issues to Watch For

Shih Tzus are very popular family dogs thanks to their fun-loving, spirited, and affectionate natures. They bring a lot of joy and countless laughs to any hous…

Kit Copson
By Kit Copson
Why Does My Dog Leave One Piece of Food? 4 Reasons & What to Do

Why Does My Dog Leave One Piece of Food? 4 Reasons & What to Do

Animals exhibit a lot of perplexing behavior that we don't understand. One of the most curious behaviors you might notice in your dog is leaving one kernel of…

Chantelle Fowler
By Chantelle Fowler
Why Does My Dog Play With Their Food? 4 Reasons & What to Do

Why Does My Dog Play With Their Food? 4 Reasons & What to Do

Finding more kibble littered around your house than in your dog’s bowl (or their belly) can leave many dog parents wondering why their dog prefers to toss, cha…

Kit Copson
By Kit Copson
When Is the Best Time to Breed a Dog in Her Heat Cycle?

When Is the Best Time to Breed a Dog in Her Heat Cycle?

Trying to breed a dog is no easy task, even if you know exactly what you're doing. One of the hardest things to figure out is the exact time to breed your dog.…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Why Is My Dog Barking? 8 Reasons & How to Stop It

Why Is My Dog Barking? 8 Reasons & How to Stop It

Sometimes, there’s nothing more annoying than the incessant yapping coming out of your dog’s mouth. Of course, they probably feel like that about us humans som…

Ashley Bates
By Ashley Bates
How Do Dogs Communicate With Each Other? 3 Categories of Communication

How Do Dogs Communicate With Each Other? 3 Categories of Communication

Dogs may not use words but they do talk to each other and their humans. Their communication mainly takes place through body language. A dog can say a great dea…

Kristin Hitchcock
By Kristin Hitchcock
Do Foxes Attack and Eat Dogs? How to Avoid Danger in Your Backyard

Do Foxes Attack and Eat Dogs? How to Avoid Danger in Your Backyard

Foxes are rather common creatures, found in both rural settings and more populated areas like towns and even major cities. They’re wily creatures and have a re…

Dean Eby
By Dean Eby
8 Reasons Not to Neuter Your Dog: Vet Reviewed Considerations

8 Reasons Not to Neuter Your Dog: Vet Reviewed Considerations

Neutering is a surgical procedure performed in male or female dogs that renders them unable to reproduce, through removal of the testicles, ovaries, and someti…

Kit Copson
By Kit Copson
Are Puppies a Lot of Work? Vet-Verified Facts & Helpful Tips

Are Puppies a Lot of Work? Vet-Verified Facts & Helpful Tips

Let’s face it: every puppy in the universe is adorable. Watching a puppy explore their new world is exciting and cute, as everything is new. However, if you ar…

Rachel Giordano
By Rachel Giordano
Things to Do Before Putting Your Dog Down: 12-Vet Approved Tips to Make It Bearable

Things to Do Before Putting Your Dog Down: 12-Vet Approved Tips to Make It Bearable

Saying goodbye to a beloved pet is one of the toughest things to go through. If you find yourself faced with making this impossible decision, there are some th…

Chantelle Fowler
By Chantelle Fowler