Dr. Chyrle Bonk

Dr. Chyrle Bonk

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Can Dogs Eat Peppermint Candy? Vet-Verified Nutrition Facts & Concerns

Can Dogs Eat Peppermint Candy? Vet-Verified Nutrition Facts & Concerns

Our dogs can have many of the foods that we eat—but most of these options involve fresh lean meats, fruits, and veggies. But what about when it comes to candy?…

Ashley Bates
By Ashley Bates
Is Lavender Safe for Dogs: Our Vet Explains Safety & Toxicity

Is Lavender Safe for Dogs: Our Vet Explains Safety & Toxicity

You no doubt have heard conflicting information about using lavender around dogs, with the question being whether it’s safe to do so. Lavender is considered to…

Dr. Chyrle Bonk
By Dr. Chyrle Bonk
Can Dogs Eat Nutritional Yeast? Vet-Verified Nutrition Facts & Info

Can Dogs Eat Nutritional Yeast? Vet-Verified Nutrition Facts & Info

Nutritional yeast is all the rage among health-conscious eaters looking for delicious and nutritious ways to zest up their meals. With its generous mix of prot…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Can Cats and Dogs Mate? Vet-Verified Facts & Info

Can Cats and Dogs Mate? Vet-Verified Facts & Info

Multi-species households with cats and dogs may be concerned if their pets are mounting one another. Will they wind up having a litter of kuppies or pittens? A…

Chantelle Fowler
By Chantelle Fowler
My Dog Ate a Popsicle Stick: Potential Risks, Signs & Next Steps (Vet Answer)

My Dog Ate a Popsicle Stick: Potential Risks, Signs & Next Steps (Vet Answer)

Popsicles are among summer’s many pleasures. Your dog likely thinks so too! Some dogs like them so much that they eat the stick just to get more of that sweet…

Dr. Chyrle Bonk
By Dr. Chyrle Bonk
How Many Puppies Can a Shih Tzu Have? Vet-Verified Pregnancy & Litter Information

How Many Puppies Can a Shih Tzu Have? Vet-Verified Pregnancy & Litter Information

The Shih Tzu is a popular toy dog breed. They are friendly, generally sweet-natured, and elegant. Unlike a lot of toy breeds, which only have one to three pupp…

Matt Jackson
By Matt Jackson
Can Dogs Eat Gummy Bears? Vet-Verified Nutrition Facts & Info

Can Dogs Eat Gummy Bears? Vet-Verified Nutrition Facts & Info

When your dog is begging for food, they don’t care what it is you’re eating; they just want some. However, while they may not care what it is as long as they g…

Misty Layne
By Misty Layne
6 Pros & Cons of Putting Water in Kibble: Vet-Verified Nutrition Facts

6 Pros & Cons of Putting Water in Kibble: Vet-Verified Nutrition Facts

Rehydrating dog food can be a really beneficial habit. It sounds like the perfect thing—you spice up your dog's food bowl while providing extra moisture in the…

Ashley Bates
By Ashley Bates
How Much Does a Dog’s Ear Hematoma Surgery Cost? (2026 Update)

How Much Does a Dog’s Ear Hematoma Surgery Cost? (2026 Update)

Ear hematomas are blood-filled pockets between the skin and cartilage of the ear flap, and they can be quite common in canines. They are painful and can cause…

Visnja Radosavljevic
By Visnja Radosavljevic
How Much Does a Dog Ultrasound Cost? 2026 Price Guide

How Much Does a Dog Ultrasound Cost? 2026 Price Guide

Nobody can deny how much healthcare has advanced in the last few decades. The advancements have also brought significant changes in veterinary medicine. One be…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove