Dr. Marta Vidal-Abarca

Dr. Marta Vidal-Abarca

Veterinarian

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Why Is My Dog Suddenly Anxious? 9 Vet-Verified Reasons & Solutions

Why Is My Dog Suddenly Anxious? 9 Vet-Verified Reasons & Solutions

Dogs tend to be happy-go-lucky creatures who live without a care in the world, so few things are more disconcerting than when your typically laid-back dog sudd…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Can You Touch Newborn Puppies? Vet-Verified Handling Risks & Advice

Can You Touch Newborn Puppies? Vet-Verified Handling Risks & Advice

Newborn babies of any species are some of the cutest creatures you’ll ever see. Puppies are no exception and the temptation to pet and cuddle these new babies…

Elizabeth Gray
By Elizabeth Gray
How Long Are Golden Retrievers Pregnant? Vet-Approved Signs & Care

How Long Are Golden Retrievers Pregnant? Vet-Approved Signs & Care

Golden Retrievers can start going into heat as early as 6 months of age, and then they go into heat about every 6 months thereafter. The only time that a Golde…

Rachael Gerkensmeyer
By Rachael Gerkensmeyer
Why Does My Dog Like To Sit On Me? 6 Vet-Verified Common Reasons

Why Does My Dog Like To Sit On Me? 6 Vet-Verified Common Reasons

Cats may be the more famous snugglers (that is, when they feel like it), but quite a few dogs can be found sliding into their owners’ laps regularly as well. A…

Elizabeth Gray
By Elizabeth Gray
Why Do Dogs Lick Your Feet? Vet-Reviewed Reasons & Solutions

Why Do Dogs Lick Your Feet? Vet-Reviewed Reasons & Solutions

Whether you love it or hate it, one thing is for sure: your dog just loves to lick your feet! It’s hard to understand why this is, though; to most of us, feet…

Kathryn Copeland
By Kathryn Copeland
When Can Puppies Go Outside for the First Time? Vet-Reviewed Guide

When Can Puppies Go Outside for the First Time? Vet-Reviewed Guide

When getting a new puppy, housebreaking is often at the forefront of everyone’s mind. Few people want to be cleaning up pee for very long and want to ensure th…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
When Can Puppies Live Without Their Mother? Vet-Verified Facts & Info

When Can Puppies Live Without Their Mother? Vet-Verified Facts & Info

It's so hard to know that you are expected to wait patiently for your brand-new puppy to get old enough before you can bring them home. That adorable ball of f…

Kathryn Copeland
By Kathryn Copeland
Dog Ear Mites vs Yeast Infections: Vet Tips to Tell the Difference

Dog Ear Mites vs Yeast Infections: Vet Tips to Tell the Difference

Ear mites and yeast infections are common problems for dogs, especially those with long floppy ears that hold heat and moisture, creating a perfect environment…

Dr. Marta Vidal-Abarca
By Dr. Marta Vidal-Abarca
How to Stop Your Dog from Chasing Your Cat:  4 Vet-Verified Proven Ways

How to Stop Your Dog from Chasing Your Cat: 4 Vet-Verified Proven Ways

Cats and dogs can live together peacefully...most of the time. However, sometimes they don't live alongside each other harmoniously right off the bat without s…

Kristin Hitchcock
By Kristin Hitchcock
15 Biggest Dog Myths & Misconceptions (Vet-Approved)

15 Biggest Dog Myths & Misconceptions (Vet-Approved)

Dogs are a massive part of many people’s lives, and it's no surprise that they are one of the most popular pets in the world. Approximately 44.5% of all househ…

Kristin Hitchcock
By Kristin Hitchcock