Dr. Karyn Kanowski

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!

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Are Pitbulls Good Family Dogs? Breed Facts & FAQ

Are Pitbulls Good Family Dogs? Breed Facts & FAQ

If you ask someone what a Pitbull is, you’ll likely get several responses. That is because many breeds fit the description of a muscular, stocky dog. But an es…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Can Dogs Feel Shame or Guilt? Our Vet Explores Canine Emotions

Can Dogs Feel Shame or Guilt? Our Vet Explores Canine Emotions

As you come in the door from work, your best friend is anxiously waiting to greet you. The wagging tail and the whine of excitement make for the best homecomin…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
How to Overcome a Fear of Dogs: 6 Tips and Steps to Follow

How to Overcome a Fear of Dogs: 6 Tips and Steps to Follow

There are around 70 million domestic dogs in the United States, which means that a good chunk of the people you know have at least one dog.1 Most people look f…

Keri-Beth Clur
By Keri-Beth Clur
Pilots to the Rescue – How One Man’s Passion for Pets and Planes Has Saved Thousands of Lives

Pilots to the Rescue – How One Man’s Passion for Pets and Planes Has Saved Thousands of Lives

With around 5 million pets entering shelters in the US each year, and almost 10% of those being euthanized,1 it is clear that the dilemma of stray, abandoned,…

Dr. Karyn Kanowski
By Dr. Karyn Kanowski
The Right Way to Train a Skittish Dog, Approved by Vets

The Right Way to Train a Skittish Dog, Approved by Vets

Training a skittish dog is one of the more humbling experiences in pet ownership. You try to comfort them, and they seem more anxious. You push them gently tow…

Dan Seymour
By Dan Seymour
How a Simple Supply Run Turned Into a Rescue Operation

How a Simple Supply Run Turned Into a Rescue Operation

When the news headlines are constantly dominated by war, tariffs, blockades, and protests, it’s more important than ever to share stories of positivity and kin…

Dr. Karyn Kanowski
By Dr. Karyn Kanowski
Ricky Gervais Says: It's Time to Release The Dogs

Ricky Gervais Says: It's Time to Release The Dogs

As activists prepare to carry out the biggest Open Rescue in the history of animal welfare, Ricky Gervais says, "it's time to release the dogs at Ridglan Farms…

Dr. Karyn Kanowski
By Dr. Karyn Kanowski
Never Run Out of Your Dog’s Essentials Again

Never Run Out of Your Dog’s Essentials Again

Don’t you hate it when you go to feed your dog and realize that you used the last of the food yesterday? Or your resident canine starts scratching like mad, an…

Dr. Karyn Kanowski
By Dr. Karyn Kanowski
From Fighting Ring to Cuddle Monster: Eli and the Importance of Fostering

From Fighting Ring to Cuddle Monster: Eli and the Importance of Fostering

We all know the importance of adopting pets from animal shelters, and how choosing to bring home a dog from a pet rescue can be a life-changing experience for…

Dr. Karyn Kanowski
By Dr. Karyn Kanowski
Designer Breeds: Best of Both? New Study Says No

Designer Breeds: Best of Both? New Study Says No

“I’ll take a highly trainable, low-shedding lapdog, hold the heart disease and anxiety!” Something I always found amusing was when people would point to their…

Dr. Karyn Kanowski
By Dr. Karyn Kanowski