Dr. Chyrle Bonk

Dr. Chyrle Bonk

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Why Do My Dog’s Farts Smell So Bad? Vet-Reviewed Causes & What to Do

Why Do My Dog’s Farts Smell So Bad? Vet-Reviewed Causes & What to Do

Whether you’re a kid that finds them hilarious or a mortified adult who just wants to pretend they aren’t happening, dog farts are often impossible to ignore.…

Elizabeth Gray
By Elizabeth Gray
Why Is My Puppy Not Gaining Weight? 6 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Why Is My Puppy Not Gaining Weight? 6 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Puppies seem to grow rapidly before our very eyes. Most puppies are vacuum cleaners, instantly sucking up their food as soon as you put it down. However, if yo…

Ashley Bates
By Ashley Bates
What Dog Breed Is Right for Me? 15 Vet-Reviewed Factors to Consider

What Dog Breed Is Right for Me? 15 Vet-Reviewed Factors to Consider

Roughly 45% of American households have invited a dog into their homes, likely because pet ownership can be so fulfilling and rewarding.1 Pets give us uncondit…

Chris Dinesen Rogers
By Chris Dinesen Rogers
Why Does My Dog’s Skin Smell Bad and Itch? 6 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Why Does My Dog’s Skin Smell Bad and Itch? 6 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Your dog’s skin can be a useful indication of their overall health. If you have noticed that your dog's skin is itchy and smells abnormal, then there is probab…

Sarah Psaradelis
By Sarah Psaradelis
How to Help a Dog Pass a Foreign Object: Our Vet Explains What to Do

How to Help a Dog Pass a Foreign Object: Our Vet Explains What to Do

Help! My dog, Duke, accidentally swallowed a milk ring. Should I take him to my vet? Angie Syracuse, IN I field phone calls from people...

Dr. Chyrle Bonk
By Dr. Chyrle Bonk
Is IBD in Dogs Contagious? Vet-Verified Facts & FAQ

Is IBD in Dogs Contagious? Vet-Verified Facts & FAQ

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a well-known group of issues that can affect the digestive system in humans and canines. The accompanying signs of diarrhea…

Dr. Chyrle Bonk
By Dr. Chyrle Bonk
Why Does My Dog’s Leg Give Out? 8 Vet-Reviewed Causes & What to Do

Why Does My Dog’s Leg Give Out? 8 Vet-Reviewed Causes & What to Do

As a dog parent, we want our fur babies to stay fit and healthy forever, and it is sad and sometimes scary when something unexpected happens to them, especiall…

Annaliese Morgan
By Annaliese Morgan
Can Puppies Get Diabetes? Our Vet Explains

Can Puppies Get Diabetes? Our Vet Explains

While diabetes may seem like a common middle-aged to senior dog problem, it can happen at any age, including puppyhood. That said, diabetes is far more likely…

Dr. Chyrle Bonk
By Dr. Chyrle Bonk
How to Tell a Dog "No" in 4 Vet-Approved Steps

How to Tell a Dog "No" in 4 Vet-Approved Steps

Dogs are like children in that they may constantly push your boundaries and need your help to learn the rules. A harrowing rite of passage for every dog owner…

Codee Chessher
By Codee Chessher
Is Spay Incontinence Permanent? Vet-Verified Facts & Explanation

Is Spay Incontinence Permanent? Vet-Verified Facts & Explanation

Dogs can start to experience urinary issues as they age, particularly with female dogs. Female dogs that have been spayed can start to experience incontinence…

Jessica Kim
By Jessica Kim