Dr. Paola Cuevas

​​Ontario has approved new animal welfare regulations that will prohibit elective ear cropping and devocalization (debarking) procedures in dogs from January 1…

By Dr. Paola Cuevas

Weimaraners are all-purpose gundogs bred in Germany to hunt large game, though their use evolved to small game like rabbits, foxes, and waterfowl. Along with h…

By Nicole Cosgrove

The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a well-known breed of scent hound originating from South Africa. They were taken to Zimbabwe (previously known as Rhodesia) to hunt…

By Beth Crane

Welcoming in the new year is an exciting and joyful celebration. It involves the gathering of friends and family, great food, celebratory drinks, and of course…

By Nicole Cosgrove

Welcome to our "Ask Dr. Paola" series, where every Monday we bring expert advice straight from Dr. Paola Cuevas (MVZ) to help our readers better understand the…

By Dr. Paola Cuevas

There are two primary ways to obtain a new dog. You can adopt one from a local shelter, or you can find a breeder to buy a puppy from. Both of these methods ar…

By Nicole Cosgrove

Dogs have been aiding and working alongside humans since the dawn of time. Service dogs, emotional support animals, therapy dogs, and working dogs all have imp…

By Chantelle Fowler

Dog owners want to give their dogs the best food possible, which may lead some people to wonder which is better for them: homemade or store-bought food? In thi…

By Jessica Rossetti

Tail docking and tail amputation are commonly mistaken as the same thing. These two terms are often used interchangeably, but they have distinct meanings. Both…

By Jessica Kim

You might be familiar with this dog’s nickname, the American Gentleman, which is a perfect way to describe the temperament of this breed. The Boston Terrier is…

By Hallie Ballard