Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my five funny dogs, Poppy, Bailey, Kodah, Ned, and Fred. I’m probably showing my age here, but I remember if I ever came home from school, crying about what some horrible person had said to me, my mother would always tell me to […]
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Apart from hilarious video clips and adorable photos, one of the main reasons dog owners turn to the internet is to make sure their dog is okay. Of course, there is no substitute for a physical examination by a vet, but what if you are just wanting some reassurance that your dog is healthy? Every
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When a dog gives birth, their human carer usually puts a lot of thought into getting ready for the delivery and where the puppies are going to be put when they arrive, but quite often we don’t think about what could go wrong during or after delivery. Becoming familiar with the normal, and not so
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Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my five funny dogs, Poppy, Bailey, Kodah, Ned, and Fred. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: Fred is the weirdest dog I’ve ever known. Husband and I often refer to him as being ‘broken’, meant only in the most affectionate way
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Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my five funny dogs, Poppy, Bailey, Kodah, Ned, and Fred. Last week, I shared part one of my 10 do’s and don’ts for raising a happy, well-adjusted puppy. If you missed it, click here to catch up. Ready for the final five commandments?
Dr Karyn’s 10 Commandments For Successful Puppy Parenting (Part 2) Read More »
Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my five funny dogs, Poppy, Bailey, Kodah, Ned, and Fred. Bringing a new puppy into the home should be a happy and exciting time, but it’s also an important period of training and socialization. I believe that when it comes to raising puppies
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We’ve heard people talk about ‘sounds that only a dog can hear’, and we all know that our dogs can hear the rustling of a chip packet from a mile away, but what are the real facts about a dog’s sense of hearing? Although the superior intellect and brain capacity of humans have allowed us
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Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my five funny dogs, Poppy, Bailey, Kodah, Ned, and Fred. You know those annoying parents who just won’t shut up about their kids? Their profile pictures are of their kids, they’re always showing you photos and videos of their kids, and they assume
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Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my five funny dogs, Poppy, Bailey, Kodah, Ned, and Fred. Before there was Kodah, Ned & Fred, there was Remus, the Irish Wolfhound. And what Remus lacked in brains, he made up for in sweetness and size. He was a dopey, lolloping giant
My Dog Diarrhea Story Beats Yours Read More »
When you bring your pet home from surgery, it’s normal to have worries, questions, and concerns about how to look after them while they recover. One aspect of post-operative care is keeping an eye on their stitches, so it helps to know exactly what you need to be looking out for. The following is a
How to Check & Care For Pet Stitches After Surgery: Our Vet Explains Stages of Healing Read More »
This unassuming little hair accessory, created by the late Rommy Hunt Revson,1 was an essential item in the 1980s, the subject of ridicule in the early noughties, and is back with a vengeance in the 2020s. Just as it was in the time of The Goonies, Footloose, and Ferris Bueller, you would be hard-pressed today
My Dog Ate A Scrunchie: Our Vet Discusses Potential Risks, Signs & Next Steps Read More »
Did you know that not only can dogs suffer from asthma, but they can also be prescribed asthma puffers to manage their condition? After all, it’s not every day that you’ll see a dog taking a deep pull on their inhaler at the end of a run or at the peak of allergy season. And,
Can Asthma Puffers Be Deadly for Dogs? Our Vet Explains Read More »
Don’t let the name deceive you – Happy Tail Syndrome is not a particularly happy situation. In fact, it can be extremely messy, challenging to treat, and expensive to resolve. One of the main problems in treating this is that it’s not usually a particularly painful condition, so the human is usually having to convince
Happy Tail Syndrome in Dogs: Our Vet Explains the Signs, Treatments & Prevention Read More »
Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my five funny dogs, Poppy, Bailey, Kodah, Ned, and Fred. Making sure an athletic and energetic dog gets enough exercise can be tricky, particularly if you’re not naturally athletic or energetic yourself…and I am not. Luckily for people like me, dog toy creators came
Balls: The Right and Wrong Way to Play Fetch Read More »
Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my five funny dogs, Poppy, Bailey, Kodah, Ned, and Fred. Despite being the smallest dog in our house by a considerable margin, Ned is also the greediest. If I didn’t think he would make himself ill, I would love to find out just how
Do These Genes Make Me Look Fat? Ned & Fred Weigh In Read More »
Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my five funny dogs, Poppy, Bailey, Kodah, Ned, and Fred. That’s right boys, size does matter. Or at least, it does in my house. If you’re not already familiar with my family of pets, may I suggest you check out some of my previous
It’s Not Fair: Why Size Really Does Matter Read More »
Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my five funny dogs, Poppy, Bailey, Kodah, Ned, and Fred. Until I had a dog with food allergies, I admit that I underestimated how difficult it was to watch your dog struggling to get comfortable, how challenging it was to work out that their
Kodah and the Sneaky Chicken: The Challenge of Feeding an Itchy Dog Read More »
Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my five funny dogs, Poppy, Bailey, Kodah, Ned, and Fred. Although most dog breeds have long been retired from the roles they were originally bred to fulfill, our modern-day companions still share many of the physical traits and temperaments that served them well in
Ned the Helpless: Dr. Karyn’s Quintessential Chihuahua (with Video) Read More »
Brave, loyal, obedient, and affectionate are words that are often associated with the German Shepherd dog (GSD). As their name suggests, these striking dogs were originally bred in the late 1800s for the purpose of herding livestock. As the demand for herding dogs reduced over the 20th Century, these highly intelligent and trainable dogs became
Common German Shepherd Health Issues to Be Aware Of (Vet Answer) Read More »
If your dogs are anything like mine, you need to keep a close eye on them at mealtimes. Throw in the excitement of a picnic or BBQ with a cocktail of food smells and the chance of a carelessly dropped sausage, and you’ve got a dog that is going to try to eat anything they
My Dog Ate a Paper Towel: Our Vet Discusses Potential Risks, Signs & FAQ Read More »
Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my five funny dogs, Poppy, Bailey, Kodah, Ned, and Fred. You’re probably familiar with acupuncture for humans – the therapeutic application of ‘dry’ needles (ie. without an injectable substance) into specific locations on the body to help treat myriad conditions, including pain, anxiety, insomnia,
Acupuncture for Bailey: Hello, Holistic Treatment! Read More »
Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my five funny dogs, Poppy, Bailey, Kodah, Ned, and Fred. It is something of a misplaced point of pride amongst many owners of elderly dogs about managing to keep their dogs off painkillers, as though this is some sort of great achievement. In reality,
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A few years after I graduated from vet school, I was presented with an uncomfortable Labrador who was struggling with some constipation. Upon performing a rectal exam, I found and removed the source of the problem: a red, lace thong. At least, I’m pretty sure it was red; it wasn’t exactly in the best condition!
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Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my five funny dogs, Poppy, Bailey, Kodah, Ned, and Fred. If you’re a dog person, you might think there’s no debate at all, but you should check out Part One: Why Cats Are Better Than Dogs so you can get the full story. Many
The Great Debate Part Two: Why Dogs Are Better Than Cats Read More »
As the smallest of all the dog breeds, Chihuahuas undoubtedly also produce the smallest puppies. Does this also mean that they have shorter pregnancies than larger dogs? No. From the diminutive Chihuahua to the mighty Great Dane, the canine gestation period is approximately 63 days, give or take a day or two. Stick around for
How Long Are Chihuahuas Pregnant? Our Vet Explains Pregnancy & Care Guide Read More »
We’re all guilty of indulging in a greasy meal now and then, but we’re unlikely to lose control of ourselves and devour the contents of the grease tray. Our dogs, on the other hand, won’t hesitate to scarf down as much greasy goodness as they can. Although cooking grease is typically not toxic for your
My Dog Ate Grease: Our Vet Explains Potential Risks, Signs & Next Steps Read More »
If your naughty hound has swallowed an AirPod, you’re likely feeling two things: annoyed and worried. While we can’t help you out with the first one (that’s between you and your dog), we can hopefully put your mind at ease about the second. In most cases, AirPods will pass through your dog without incident, and
My Dog Swallowed an AirPod: Risks, Signs & Next Steps (Vet Answer) Read More »
Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my five funny dogs, Poppy, Bailey, Kodah, Ned, and Fred. Kodah is a really messy drinker. When he quenches his thirst, we feel like we should start building an ark. A little while back we invested in a couple of ‘spillproof’ water bowls, and
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What’s more classic than the image of a dog with a bone? Given this idea, it would be understandable to assume that feeding bones to your dog is a perfectly safe and natural practice. However, this isn’t always the case. In fact, giving your dog a bone can be downright dangerous. So, what about chicken
Can Dogs Eat Chicken Bones Raw? Our Vet Explains Nutrition Facts & Info Read More »
Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my five funny dogs, Poppy, Bailey, Kodah, Ned, and Fred. I have found there are three stages to being a good veterinarian: Newly graduated – worrying that you know nothing Gaining confidence – thinking that you know everything Years of experience – realizing that
Things I’ve Been Wrong About (and I’m Not Too Proud To Admit It) Read More »
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