Dr. Lorna Whittemore

Dr. Lorna Whittemore

Veterinarian

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June 16, 2026

9 Benefits of Spaying or Neutering Your Dog: Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

If you’re a new pet parent considering getting your dog spayed or neutered, you may want to know more about the procedure's benefits. Maybe you’ve noticed a pe…

Kerry-Ann Kerr
By Kerry-Ann Kerr
9 Benefits of Spaying or Neutering Your Dog: Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ
June 16, 2026

How to Make Your Home Dog-Friendly: 12 Vet-Approved Tips

You share a home with your dog, so it's important to create a safe space for them to live and play, especially if you’re new to dog ownership. One of the first…

Brooke Norris
By Brooke Norris
How to Make Your Home Dog-Friendly: 12 Vet-Approved Tips
June 16, 2026

5 Tips to Prepare Your Dog for a Stomach X-Ray: Vet Approved Advice

If the vet wants to get a clearer picture of what’s going on in your dog’s stomach or abdomen, they may conduct a stomach X-ray. X-rays (radiographs) help the…

Kit Copson
By Kit Copson
5 Tips to Prepare Your Dog for a Stomach X-Ray: Vet Approved Advice
June 16, 2026

How Often Do Dogs Need Rabies Shots? Pet Health Care Facts

Dogs need rabies shots every one to three years, depending on the type of vaccine used. Some dog owners mistakenly believe that their pet only needs a rabies s…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
How Often Do Dogs Need Rabies Shots? Pet Health Care Facts
June 16, 2026

Does My Dog Need to Play With Other Dogs? Social Facts & Tips

Dogs are man’s best friend for many reasons, one being their excellent entertainment value. Pup parents get hours of fun out of playing with their fluffy frien…

Beth Crane
By Beth Crane
Does My Dog Need to Play With Other Dogs? Social Facts & Tips
June 16, 2026

10 Ways to Provide Mental Stimulation for a Dog: Vet-Approved Advice

An uncompromising thing dog owners must provide for their dogs is plenty of mental stimulation. Mental enrichment activities increase your dog’s happiness and…

Jessica Kim
By Jessica Kim
10 Ways to Provide Mental Stimulation for a Dog: Vet-Approved Advice
June 16, 2026

How To Calm Your Dog During a Thunderstorm: 8 Effective Tips

As humans, we usually marvel at the sounds and sights of a thunderstorm, but for many of our canine companions, it is quite the opposite. Storm phobias are com…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
How To Calm Your Dog During a Thunderstorm: 8 Effective Tips
June 16, 2026

How to Teach Your Dog to Play Nicely With Other Dogs: 9 Tips & Tricks

Whether your dog is a guard dog or a family house pet, it's important that it gets along with other dogs, especially in public spaces. For example, if you take…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
How to Teach Your Dog to Play Nicely With Other Dogs: 9 Tips & Tricks
June 16, 2026

Can a Dog Get Mercury Poisoning? Symptoms & What to Do

There are many chemicals out there that can lead to health issues with your pet, and you can often find these dangerous chemicals in surprising and unsuspectin…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Can a Dog Get Mercury Poisoning? Symptoms & What to Do
June 16, 2026

6 Common Golden Retriever Health Issues to Watch Out For

The Golden Retriever is one of the most common breeds of dogs across North America. Their family-friendly demeanor and goofy personality draw many people in pu…

Krystal Facey
By Krystal Facey
6 Common Golden Retriever Health Issues to Watch Out For