Dr. Marta Vidal-Abarca

Dr. Marta Vidal-Abarca

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Are Pitbull Mixes Dangerous? Vet-Verified Info for Potential Owners

Are Pitbull Mixes Dangerous? Vet-Verified Info for Potential Owners

Many are suspicious of Pitbulls because of the negative media coverage these dogs get, leading some to wonder if a Pitbull mix would be "safer". The answer? Qu…

Kit Copson
By Kit Copson
Puppies & Toddlers: Vet-Approved Tips for Navigating Life With Both

Puppies & Toddlers: Vet-Approved Tips for Navigating Life With Both

Just before my daughter started toddling, I brought home a Weimaraner puppy. I thought it would help my daughter grow up to be a dog lover and get the puppy, A…

Matt Jackson
By Matt Jackson
How to Give Your Dog a Spa Day at Home: 11 Vet-Verified Tips & Ideas

How to Give Your Dog a Spa Day at Home: 11 Vet-Verified Tips & Ideas

Many dog groomers now offer doggy spa services to give you a break and give your dog an awesome spa experience. The downside of these services is that they can…

Chantelle Fowler
By Chantelle Fowler
Lepto Vaccine for Dogs: What to Know & Side Effects (Vet Answer)

Lepto Vaccine for Dogs: What to Know & Side Effects (Vet Answer)

Vaccinations generally provide good protection for your dog against certain diseases that could be severe and debilitating. While no vaccine leads to 100% immu…

Dr. Stacie Grannum
By Dr. Stacie Grannum
Should I Avoid Purebred Dogs in Rare Colors? Vet-Approved Facts & FAQ

Should I Avoid Purebred Dogs in Rare Colors? Vet-Approved Facts & FAQ

Purebred dogs come in more and more colors, but should you avoid buying them? It depends. Rare colors in dogs are linked to genes that can be associated with c…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Why Is My Dog Squinting? 6 Vet-Verified Vision Issues

Why Is My Dog Squinting? 6 Vet-Verified Vision Issues

Humans squint to limit how much light enters their eyes or to enhance their visual acuity. But if your dog is suddenly squinting, is it because they think it's…

Chantelle Fowler
By Chantelle Fowler
How to Train Your Dog for Hiking: 9 Vet-Verified Helpful Tips

How to Train Your Dog for Hiking: 9 Vet-Verified Helpful Tips

Hiking in the great outdoors is one of the most exciting ways to get a healthy workout and relieve stress while immersing yourself in nature's inspiring sights…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
6-Year-Old Dog: Vet-Approved Care Guide & Facts

6-Year-Old Dog: Vet-Approved Care Guide & Facts

Though their lives are shorter, dog aging isn’t unlike human aging. We get random aches and pains, go to bed earlier, and may not want to socialize and party l…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Do Dogs Get Embarrassed? Vet-Verified Canine Behavior

Do Dogs Get Embarrassed? Vet-Verified Canine Behavior

If you have ever caught your dog doing something embarrassing, you are probably familiar with how embarrassed they seem to act afterward. They might struggle t…

Sarah Psaradelis
By Sarah Psaradelis
Uveitis in Dogs: Vet-Reviewed Causes, Signs & Treatment

Uveitis in Dogs: Vet-Reviewed Causes, Signs & Treatment

The ultimate goal of every dog owner is to have a happy and healthy pet, and one important aspect of a dog's well-being is their eye health. Unfortunately, the…

Kathryn Copeland
By Kathryn Copeland