Dr. Rachel Ellison
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Dr. Rachel Ellison lives on a mountain in Utah with her husband, daughter, and son, as well as their animal menagerie— a Bernese Mountain Dog, a Bengal/Siamese mix, and an orange tabby cat, as well as numerous chickens. During her free time, she enjoys being with those she loves, cooking and baking, reading, hiking, sharing her knowledge about cats, and exploring nature and the world around her.Archive
Miniature Dachshunds, sometimes affectionately referred to as Wiener Dogs or Doxies, are a smart and vibrant breed. While they are smaller than their Standard Dachshund counterparts, they have the same (but smaller) body type with very short legs and a...
If you own a dog, you’ve probably figured out that they love to consume the most unlikely of items or products. One such potential product is sunscreen, a substance applied to the skin to protect you from the sun’s rays!...
If your dog is diagnosed with epilepsy, a neurological condition with abnormal electrical activity in the brain that results in recurring seizures, you may wonder what the treatment options are for your pup. While at this time, there is no...
Many of you may already be familiar with the common human injury widely known as an “ACL” (anterior cruciate ligament) tear. However, far fewer people are familiar with the canine equivalent of this injury, which is called a cranial cruciate...
Rhinitis and sinusitis are medical conditions that mean inflammation of the nose (rhinitis) and inflammation of the sinuses (sinusitis). Rhinosinusitis, then, is if both rhinitis and sinusitis occur together at the same time. In dogs, there are various causes of...
Unfortunately, dogs love to eat all sorts of things: stinky socks, rotting food, scurrying bugs, dead animals, fecal material—you name it, and a dog somewhere has probably tried to eat it! But what about, more specifically, stink bugs? Could this...
Belgian Malinois are hardworking herding dogs that are known for being very energetic and intelligent. They originate from the Belgian city of Malines and are perhaps best known for their popularity in military and police work. Like many other dog...
Lumps and bumps on (or in) a dog can be a major concern to their pet-owning parent. With about 25% of dogs developing neoplasia in their lifetime, and about 50% of dogs over 10 years old having cancer, the odds...
Did you know that there are over 3,000 species of spiders in the United States and over 48,000 in the world?1 Despite these facts, knowing that only a very small handful pose a real medical threat to your dog should...
What should you do if you discover a lump on or around your dog’s elbow? Before panicking, it is important to know that one possible explanation could be something benign called an elbow hygroma. If this is the case, and...
Anaphylaxis is a rare but life-threatening allergic reaction that happens quickly after exposure to the inciting cause and affects various organs of the body. This can occur not only in humans but also in some dogs. Of course, this may...
Glucosamine is a popular nutraceutical product that is marketed to have many health benefits for dogs, especially for joint health as well as potential inflammation and pain in our arthritic four-legged friends. While it has been widely recommended and used...
Many dog owners are unaware of their pup’s pulse. Do you know how to check it on your dog? Has your vet asked you to monitor pulse rate? If so, do you know a healthy range value for a dog’s...
Intravenous (IV) fluids are commonly used in veterinary medicine for dogs who need fluid therapy quickly to either help prevent health problems or to treat disease. The products that are used and given are sterile (free from microorganisms) and administered...
Has it been a while since you noticed your dog urinating very much or even at all? If this is the case, there is a possibility that your dog could be experiencing a urinary tract obstruction, also referred to as...
