Dr. Chyrle Bonk

Dr. Chyrle Bonk

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Should I Take My Dog to the Dog Park? Vet-Reviewed Pros & Cons

Should I Take My Dog to the Dog Park? Vet-Reviewed Pros & Cons

Taking your dog to the dog park might seem like a quintessential experience for every dog owner, but is it? The truth is that not every pup enjoys going to the…

Chantelle Fowler
By Chantelle Fowler
Can Dogs Find Their Way Back Home? Vet-Verified Facts, Prevention Tips & True Stories

Can Dogs Find Their Way Back Home? Vet-Verified Facts, Prevention Tips & True Stories

We’ve all heard stories of amazing dogs that found their way home after traversing hundreds of miles. But how is this even possible? How can a dog find their o…

Kathryn Copeland
By Kathryn Copeland
Are Pit Bulls Good for First-Time Owners? Vet-Approved Considerations

Are Pit Bulls Good for First-Time Owners? Vet-Approved Considerations

Pit Bulls can make just as wonderful companions and family dogs as any other canine, but are they a good choice for first-time owners? While a Pit Bull's enthu…

Kit Copson
By Kit Copson
Flying With a Large Dog: 16 Vet-Approved Tips for a Smooth Trip

Flying With a Large Dog: 16 Vet-Approved Tips for a Smooth Trip

Flying with any dog can be stressful, but large breeds can be even more so, and there are many considerations that you will need to make, especially if you’ll…

Ed Malaker
By Ed Malaker
Immune-Mediated Hemolytic Anemia (IMHA) in Dogs: Vet Explained Causes, Signs & Care

Immune-Mediated Hemolytic Anemia (IMHA) in Dogs: Vet Explained Causes, Signs & Care

When you hear the phrase immune-mediated hemolytic anemia or even just the acronym, IMHA, it can make your head spin a bit, especially if you don’t know what a…

Dr. Chyrle Bonk
By Dr. Chyrle Bonk
What to Pack for a Dog on a Road Trip: 13 Vet-Approved Essentials

What to Pack for a Dog on a Road Trip: 13 Vet-Approved Essentials

If you’re planning on going away and taking your dog, a road trip offers you the freedom to travel around as well as the chance to travel with your pups. It is…

Matt Jackson
By Matt Jackson
Can Dogs Smell STDs? Vet-Verified Facts & FAQ

Can Dogs Smell STDs? Vet-Verified Facts & FAQ

Dogs have incredibly sensitive noses, and they can pick up on scents far better than a human can, enabling them to track people and animals over rough terrain,…

Ed Malaker
By Ed Malaker
My Dog Makes a Mess Drinking Water: 4 Vet-Approved Tips to Stop It

My Dog Makes a Mess Drinking Water: 4 Vet-Approved Tips to Stop It

If you find that the area around your dog bowl is always splashed with water, it can be quite a frustrating problem. The unique way that dogs ingest water make…

Adam Mann
By Adam Mann
Cleft Palate in Dogs: Vet-Reviewed Signs, Causes & Treatment Options

Cleft Palate in Dogs: Vet-Reviewed Signs, Causes & Treatment Options

Cleft palates are unnatural gaps connecting a dog’s mouth and nasal cavities. Though only affecting a small percentage of animals, these debilitating facial de…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
7 Warning Signs That Your Dog Is Obese: Vet-Approved Advice

7 Warning Signs That Your Dog Is Obese: Vet-Approved Advice

Obesity in pets is a big problem. It’s suggested that over half of all cats and dogs in the United States are overweight.1 Obesity can have severe negative eff…

Grant Piper
By Grant Piper