Dr. Karyn Kanowski

Dr. Karyn Kanowski

Veterinarian

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Psychiatric Service Dogs: Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQs

Psychiatric Service Dogs: Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQs

Dogs are intelligent, friendly, caring, and loving, which is why they make the perfect human companions. Since canines are extremely smart, they can be trained…

Visnja Radosavljevic
By Visnja Radosavljevic
How Old Is 7 in Dog Years? Vet-Approved Guide to Each Size of Dog

How Old Is 7 in Dog Years? Vet-Approved Guide to Each Size of Dog

There is an old urban legend that says one year of a human’s life is equivalent to seven dog years, and as simple as that calculation is (Dogs Age x 7 = Human…

Chantelle Fowler
By Chantelle Fowler
Can Dogs Eat Raw Chicken Bones? Our Vet Explains Nutrition Facts & Info

Can Dogs Eat Raw Chicken Bones? Our Vet Explains Nutrition Facts & Info

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 sa…

Dr. Karyn Kanowski
By Dr. Karyn Kanowski
My Dog Ate Lavender Plant! What Should I Do? (Vet Answer)

My Dog Ate Lavender Plant! What Should I Do? (Vet Answer)

Why is it that some dogs just cannot resist the urge to eat things they shouldn’t? A lot of the time, you don’t even realize that certain things could be consi…

Dr. Karyn Kanowski
By Dr. Karyn Kanowski
12 Dog Breeds That Don't Smell Bad (With Info & Pictures)

12 Dog Breeds That Don't Smell Bad (With Info & Pictures)

Any dog owner knows that you can never completely get rid of that distinctive canine odor, but certain breeds are definitely less smelly than others. If you do…

Codee Chessher
By Codee Chessher
Dog Anatomy 101: Understanding Your Dog’s Body (Vet Answer)

Dog Anatomy 101: Understanding Your Dog’s Body (Vet Answer)

Have you ever found yourself wondering how many teeth a dog has? Or whether their front legs have elbows or knees? It sounds like you could use a crash course…

Dr. Karyn Kanowski
By Dr. Karyn Kanowski
24 Small Dog Breeds That Don't Shed (Vet-Approved)

24 Small Dog Breeds That Don't Shed (Vet-Approved)

Small dog breeds are very popular because they take up less room, can comfortably sit on your lap without crushing you, and they don’t generally need as much e…

Matt Jackson
By Matt Jackson
How Old Is 4 in Dog Years? Vet-Approved Guide to Each Size of Dog

How Old Is 4 in Dog Years? Vet-Approved Guide to Each Size of Dog

While the “one human year for every seven dog years” has been a convenient way to correlate a dog’s age to that of a human, this standard falls apart for early…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
How Fast Can a Chihuahua Run? Vet-Verified Facts & Info

How Fast Can a Chihuahua Run? Vet-Verified Facts & Info

The Chihuahua is the smallest dog breed and while it might be feisty and playful, its short legs and tiny stature mean that the little breed cannot achieve gre…

Matt Jackson
By Matt Jackson
6 Best Dog Foods for Joint Health in 2026 - Reviews & Top Picks

6 Best Dog Foods for Joint Health in 2026 - Reviews & Top Picks

Watching your furry best friend suffer from any type of pain is heartbreaking for any pet parent. Unfortunately, for dog owners, it sometimes happens. Joint pa…

Melissa Gunter
By Melissa Gunter