Dana Brown, DVM
Dana is a qualified veterinarian with background in animal care and training sciences and an avid writer on the topics of dog health. Her range of expertise is wide but her primary focus in on animal nutrition and specifically dog foods.
Ear Mites in Dogs: Symptoms, Natural and Veterinary Treatments, Prevention
Ear mites are itchy little buggers. Highly contagious, and highly common; if you own a dog, you will almost definitely have to deal with...
Bladder Stones in Dogs: Home Remedies and Veterinary Treatments
Bladder stones (urolithiasis) are clumps of mineral crystals that form in the urine.
They can occur for several reasons, including genetics, diet, environment, and long-term...
Vet’s Tips on How to Raise a Healthy Pit Bull Puppy
Whether you’re adopting or purchasing a new Pit bull, do the research. Many reputable breeders pride themselves on breeding puppies with excellent health and temperaments.
But the...
Dog Food Allergies: What They Are and How To Feed Your...
It is widespread for dogs to have dog food allergies (or food sensitivities), and it's one of the most typical hypersensitivities in dogs that...
Urinary Tract Infection in Dogs: Prevention and Treatments
Bacterial urinary tract infection in dogs is often asymptomatic.
Unfortunately, we pet owners will only notice it when the animal asks to go outside more...
Sarcoma in Dogs: A Science-Based Guide
Cancer is the leading cause of death in dogs, but not all cancers are the same.
There are many different types of cancer and some are...
6 Most Common Homemade Dog Food Ingredients
Cooking for dogs from scratch is becoming the go-to approach for many pet owners. While some recipes might end up costly, others will turn...
Dog Diabetes Diet: Vet’s Guide on What to Feed a Diabetic...
Diagnosis of diabetes in dogs is more common today than ever before (1). It's been estimated that about 1 in 100 dogs will develop...
Gingivitis in Dogs: Science-based Prevention and Treatment
Gingivitis is an oral health issue that causes inflamed and sometimes bleeding gums. Gingivitis in dogs is one of the most common diseases, with...
12 Ways to Prevent and Treat Dog’s Anal Gland Problems
Dog anal glands problems are fairly common, appearing in about 2 - 12% of cases with dogs (1, 2, 3). This article explains what...
8 Causes of Bloody Diarrhea in Dogs
When your dog has bloody diarrhea, it can be scary knowing that this could be the symptom of a life-threatening condition.
But, in many cases...
The Best Dog Food for Dogs with Sensitive Stomachs
When it comes to choosing a sensitive stomach dog foods, there are plenty of options to pick from.
What is most appropriate for your dog,...
