Dr. Maja Platisa

Dr. Maja Platisa

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How Much Do Westies Shed? Vet-Reviewed Breed Coat Facts & Care

How Much Do Westies Shed? Vet-Reviewed Breed Coat Facts & Care

West Highland White Terriers have medium long white coats that are beautiful. You might think that such a fluffy dog would shed a lot—but you’d be pleasantly s…

Chelsea Mortensen
By Chelsea Mortensen
Will a Shiba Inu Be Good With Another Dog? Vet-Reviewed Breed Temperament & Introduction Tips

Will a Shiba Inu Be Good With Another Dog? Vet-Reviewed Breed Temperament & Introduction Tips

A Shiba Inu is one of the most adorable dog breeds that may convince you to take them home. However, they are bossy and independent—the very reason they find i…

Jeff Weishaupt
By Jeff Weishaupt
How to Groom a Westie: 7 Vet-Verified Tips

How to Groom a Westie: 7 Vet-Verified Tips

Grooming a West Highland White Terrier isn't typically a huge amount of work. These small dogs are surprisingly low-maintenance, considering their fluffy, whit…

Kristin Hitchcock
By Kristin Hitchcock
How Aggressive Are Boston Terriers? Vet-Verified Reasons, Tips & FAQ

How Aggressive Are Boston Terriers? Vet-Verified Reasons, Tips & FAQ

Boston Terriers are dogs with spunky personalities in tiny bodies. In fact, the dog has the nickname “the Gentlemen” because it looks like they’re wearing a tu…

Patricia Dickson
By Patricia Dickson
How Long Do Westies Live? Vet-Reviewed Average Lifespan, Data & Care Guide

How Long Do Westies Live? Vet-Reviewed Average Lifespan, Data & Care Guide

Small, hardy, and boisterous, the West Highland White Terrier, or Westie, is a unique breed. They are beloved dogs with a rich history dating back to the 1800s…

Hanh Duong
By Hanh Duong
Can Dogs Eat Pecans? Vet-Reviewed Facts & Safety Guide

Can Dogs Eat Pecans? Vet-Reviewed Facts & Safety Guide

If your dog is a dedicated beggar, it can be hard to resist sharing your food with them. Pecans and other nuts are popular snacks for humans, but are they okay…

Elizabeth Gray
By Elizabeth Gray
How Much Does a Shiba Inu Bark? Vet-Reviewed Vocalizations, Health & Anxiety

How Much Does a Shiba Inu Bark? Vet-Reviewed Vocalizations, Health & Anxiety

The Shiba Inu is a Japanese dog breed that’s slowly gaining popularity around the world. And it’s clear why that is, given they are typically loyal to a fault…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
8 Incredible Rhodesian Ridgeback Colors & Patterns (With Pictures, Vet-Reviewed)

8 Incredible Rhodesian Ridgeback Colors & Patterns (With Pictures, Vet-Reviewed)

Rhodesian Ridgebacks are courageous lion-hunting dogs from South Africa. These brave hounds are all about tracking and baiting, and they were excellent hunting…

Beth Crane
By Beth Crane
How Aggressive Are Belgian Malinois? Vet-Reviewed Breed Facts & FAQ

How Aggressive Are Belgian Malinois? Vet-Reviewed Breed Facts & FAQ

If you have heard of the Belgian Malinois, you might know they are tireless workers that are strong, intelligent, and highly trainable. Another fact about the…

Greg Iacono
By Greg Iacono
How Long Do Newfoundlands Live?  Vet-Reviewed Average Lifespan, Data & Care Guide

How Long Do Newfoundlands Live?  Vet-Reviewed Average Lifespan, Data & Care Guide

Often referred to as a “Newfie,” the Newfoundland is a large breed of working dog that is more intimidating in appearance than in temperament. They make wonder…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove