Dr. Marta Vidal-Abarca

Dr. Marta Vidal-Abarca

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Conjunctivitis in Dogs: Signs, Treatment & Causes (Vet Answer)

Conjunctivitis in Dogs: Signs, Treatment & Causes (Vet Answer)

Does your dog have red, inflamed, and watery eyes without other clinical signs? They probably have conjunctivitis, a common eye problem in dogs. Also called pi…

Dr. Iulia Mihai, DVM MSc
By Dr. Iulia Mihai, DVM MSc
French Bulldog Ear Infections: Signs, Causes & Vet-Approved Care Guide

French Bulldog Ear Infections: Signs, Causes & Vet-Approved Care Guide

Are your French Bulldog's ears always dirty and smelly? Does your dog scratch their ears often? If this sounds familiar, chances are that your four-legged frie…

Dr. Marta Vidal-Abarca
By Dr. Marta Vidal-Abarca
How Long Can a Dog Go Without Water? Vet-Verified Facts & Safety Guide

How Long Can a Dog Go Without Water? Vet-Verified Facts & Safety Guide

Maybe you have found a stray or witnessed a dog sidle up to someone's backyard without access to fresh water. Or maybe your pet dog is refusing to drink water,…

Ashley Bates
By Ashley Bates
How to Help a Dog’s Arthritis in Cold Weather: 7 Vet-Approved Tips & FAQ

How to Help a Dog’s Arthritis in Cold Weather: 7 Vet-Approved Tips & FAQ

Osteoarthritis (commonly just called arthritis) is the most common form of arthritis in dogs. It is a chronic and degenerative joint disease. Arthritis can cau…

Cheryl Regan
By Cheryl Regan
Is Dog Vomiting Blood an Emergency? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

Is Dog Vomiting Blood an Emergency? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

You will certainly need to call the vet if your dog is throwing up blood. There are many different reasons for this and while not all are extremely serious, yo…

Kristin Hitchcock
By Kristin Hitchcock
Do Mini Goldendoodles Shed a Lot? Vet-Verified Facts & Grooming Tips

Do Mini Goldendoodles Shed a Lot? Vet-Verified Facts & Grooming Tips

Mini Goldendoodles are popular among dog lovers for their charming personalities and adorable looks. But do they shed a lot? Luckily, Mini Goldendoodles don’t…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Can Dogs Eat Acorns? Vet-Verified Facts & Safety Guide

Can Dogs Eat Acorns? Vet-Verified Facts & Safety Guide

Dogs love exploring their surroundings and trying new things. So, it's not uncommon for them to become curious about natural snacks like acorns and the nuts of…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Why Does My Dog Smell Like Maple Syrup? 5 Vet-Approved Reasons & FAQ

Why Does My Dog Smell Like Maple Syrup? 5 Vet-Approved Reasons & FAQ

Our pets can emit various odors depending on what they get into and what kind of food they eat, but one of the strangest aromas that some owners notice coming…

Ed Malaker
By Ed Malaker
Can Dogs Eat Pirate’s Booty? Vet-Reviewed Health Facts & Risk

Can Dogs Eat Pirate’s Booty? Vet-Reviewed Health Facts & Risk

Pirate’s Booty—it’s not just buried treasure! For over 30 years, fans have loved to snack on these delicious, golden cheese puffs. They bill themselves as a mo…

Chelsea Mortensen
By Chelsea Mortensen
Can Dogs Eat Hot Dogs? Vet-Reviewed Facts & Safety Guide

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

If you find yourself at a barbeque party and notice your dog begging you for a little bite of your hot dog, you may be wondering if it’s safe for them. It is e…

Jana Blagojevic
By Jana Blagojevic