Dr. Karyn Kanowski
Veterinarian
About
Dr. Karyn is originally from Queensland, Australia, and has resided in the UK for the past 10 years. She graduated from The University of Queensland School of Veterinary Science in 2010, and also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Zoology. Karyn is passionate about using experience, evidence, and working with pet owners to provide the best solutions for pets. She also believes in making reliable information about animal health accessible to everyone. 5 cats and 4 dogs let her share their home with her and her husband, and when she is not practising as a veterinary surgeon, she spends her time writing, gardening, and cleaning up pet hair!Archive
Move over, Beyoncé, sit down, Pedro, there’s only one red carpet event we’re interested in, and that’s the American Humane Hero Dog Awards©. Every year, this wonderful event seeks out America’s standout dogs – often ordinary dogs doing extraordinary things,...
You step away from the grill for two seconds, and your dog’s licking their lips, tail wagging, and the paper towel you had on the counter? Gone. Sound familiar? Whether it’s the leftovers from a BBQ or the scent of...
At first glimpse, the sport of dog weight-pulling might look pretty brutal. Strapping heavy weights to a dog harness to see who can pull the heaviest load seems both unnecessary and borderline cruel, with some individuals and animal welfare organizations...
They may be popular, lovable, and adorable, but don’t be fooled. Some of the world’s favorite dog breeds also carry a high risk of biting or causing serious injury if not properly trained and socialized. Our vets see it all:...
Not every small dog needs constant attention. While some toy breeds are famously clingy, others are surprisingly independent and well-suited to spending some time alone without becoming stressed or destructive. If you’re looking for a small companion who won’t mind...
Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my five funny dogs, Poppy, Bailey, Kodah, Ned, and Fred. As I was scrolling through the latest offerings on my local FB Marketplace, I was excited by...
Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my five funny dogs, Poppy, Bailey, Kodah, Ned, and Fred. One thing that my teeny tiny Chihuahua, Ned, loves almost as much as food is a good...
In an exciting initiative spearheaded by MedVet Cincinnati, in conjunction with the annual ACVO®/EPICUR Service Animal Volunteer Eye Screening, hundreds of service and working animals will be receiving complimentary eye exams throughout the month of May. In addition, on Sunday,...
Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my five funny dogs, Poppy, Bailey, Kodah, Ned, and Fred. Fred loves food. Fred is obsessed with food. Fred gets so excited at every meal time that...
Earlier this year, we all fell in love with Fuzai, the world’s first Police Corgi, who had surpassed his training expectations, only to be let down by a couple of minor indiscretions, including falling asleep on the job and peeing...
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 that old wives’ tale about how goldfish grow to match the size of their tank?...
It’s not unusual to see posters and signs advertising delicious treats and tempting fresh produce, but recently, we came across a couple of food stalls that will make you do a double-take so fast, you’ll get whiplash. And while we’re...
Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my five funny dogs, Poppy, Bailey, Kodah, Ned, and Fred. All dogs have weird and wonderful habits – I’m sure it’s not just mine – and one...
It is a sad reality that every day, there are new stories about dogs needing help and animal shelters in desperate need of funding. Today, Companion Animal Network (CAN) in Carrollton, Texas, faces an urgent need to find permanent homes...
Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my five funny dogs, Poppy, Bailey, Kodah, Ned, and Fred. An odd, but relatively common, question that owners of male puppies would ask me is “when will...
