Dr. Maja Platisa

Dr. Maja Platisa

Veterinarian

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July 8, 2026

Are Rottweilers Smart? Vet-Reviewed Canine Intelligence

Rottweilers are big, slobbery dogs that look downright adorable yet menacing if turned against you. Despite their impossible-to-miss brawn, Rotties have brains…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Are Rottweilers Smart? Vet-Reviewed Canine Intelligence
July 24, 2026

Why Does My Dog Bark at Me? 4 Vet-Verified Reasons & How to Stop It

Dogs have many ways of communicating with each other and with their owners, such as licking, sniffing, and barking. Sometimes, your dog will bark at you to tel…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Why Does My Dog Bark at Me? 4 Vet-Verified Reasons & How to Stop It
July 31, 2026

How to Breed Great Danes: Breeding Practices, Litter Size & Vet-Approved Tips

Breeding dogs isn't as simple as putting a male and female together and letting nature run its course. Although it is possible to breed them this way, it isn't…

Hallie Ballard
By Hallie Ballard
How to Breed Great Danes: Breeding Practices, Litter Size & Vet-Approved Tips
July 31, 2026

How Fast Can a Dog Run? Fastest Breed & General Facts (Vet-Reviewed)

You already know that your dog is fast, but have you ever wondered just how fast they are? As it turns out, the answer isn’t easy to give in a single sentence…

Quincy Miller
By Quincy Miller
How Fast Can a Dog Run? Fastest Breed & General Facts (Vet-Reviewed)
July 28, 2026

5 Ways to Stop Your Dog From Waking You Up Early (Vet-Reviewed)

Our dogs’ sleep schedules don’t always align with ours. They can be bundles of energy when they wake up, especially after getting their equivalent of a good ni…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
5 Ways to Stop Your Dog From Waking You Up Early (Vet-Reviewed)
July 8, 2026

Why Do Dogs Pee on Trees? And How to Stop Them (Vet-Reviewed)

Dogs have an evolutionary urge to mark things in their territory. In the modern world, dogs don’t exactly have a set territory, though. They spend much of thei…

Kristin Hitchcock
By Kristin Hitchcock
Why Do Dogs Pee on Trees? And How to Stop Them (Vet-Reviewed)
July 8, 2026

Why Do Dogs Pee on Fire Hydrants? Vet-Verified Facts & FAQ

As dog owners, it is not uncommon to be taking your dog on a relaxing walk, only to have them stop and seek out a fire hydrant to pee on. You may notice the cl…

Sarah Psaradelis
By Sarah Psaradelis
Why Do Dogs Pee on Fire Hydrants? Vet-Verified Facts & FAQ
August 4, 2026

Why Do Dogs Dig in Their Beds? Vet-Reviewed Sleeping Rituals

Anyone with a dog knows that they are their best friend, but that doesn’t mean we always understand them. Dogs do strange things, like digging through the tras…

Jordyn Alger
By Jordyn Alger
Why Do Dogs Dig in Their Beds? Vet-Reviewed Sleeping Rituals
July 24, 2026

Why Do Dogs Chase? Understanding Their Drive (Plus How to Control It, Vet-Reviewed)

Some dogs run full speed after a rabbit or car the moment they see them and leave you in a huge cloud of dust and devastation. It's stressful when your dog won…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Why Do Dogs Chase? Understanding Their Drive (Plus How to Control It, Vet-Reviewed)
August 17, 2026

Why Does My Dog Bark at a Specific Person: 4 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Dogs are good judges of character. They can sniff out weird behavior and other emotions that are not as obvious to humans. This is comforting and equally conce…

Cassidy Sutton
By Cassidy Sutton
Why Does My Dog Bark at a Specific Person: 4 Vet-Reviewed Reasons