Dr. Ashley Darby

Dr. Ashley Darby

Veterinarian

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August 14, 2026

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
Why Does My Dog Play With Their Food? 4 Reasons & What to Do
June 16, 2026

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
When Is the Best Time to Breed a Dog in Her Heat Cycle?
June 16, 2026

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
Why Is My Dog Barking? 8 Reasons & How to Stop It
June 16, 2026

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
How Do Dogs Communicate With Each Other? 3 Categories of Communication
June 16, 2026

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
Do Foxes Attack and Eat Dogs? How to Avoid Danger in Your Backyard
June 16, 2026

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
8 Reasons Not to Neuter Your Dog: Vet Reviewed Considerations
June 16, 2026

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
Are Puppies a Lot of Work? Vet-Verified Facts & Helpful Tips
June 16, 2026

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
Things to Do Before Putting Your Dog Down: 12-Vet Approved Tips to Make It Bearable
June 16, 2026

How Is Being Cute for a Dog an Evolutionary Advantage? Vet-Verified Behavior Explanation

While beauty is in the eye of the beholder, most people agree that puppies are adorable. Something about their cuteness draws our attention, and you just can’t…

Jessica Kim
By Jessica Kim
How Is Being Cute for a Dog an Evolutionary Advantage? Vet-Verified Behavior Explanation
June 16, 2026

Can Dogs & Pet Rats Get Along? 6 Vet-Approved Ways to Help It

Many people have found rats to be delightful and intelligent pets. It’s just a different experience from what the stereotypical cat or dog owner is used to. Yo…

Chris Dinesen Rogers
By Chris Dinesen Rogers
Can Dogs & Pet Rats Get Along? 6 Vet-Approved Ways to Help It