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Kelly works as a veterinary technician in Austin, TX as well as regular animal rescue volunteer. She's been an animal lover and dog owner since childhood, and has worked in different dog related fields over the last twenty years. Currently she lives with three dogs and a cat.

Intermittent Fasting for Dogs: Good or Bad?

Intermittent fasting has become extremely popular in the last few years due to tons of scientifically proven benefits for humans, one of which is...

5 Signs of Hip Problems in Dogs (And What to Do)

Particularly in their older years, hip problems in dogs become more common. While some of these issues could be genetically predisposed in the dog,...

6 Signs of Back Problems in Dogs and What You Can...

Dogs may not sit in front of the computer for hours the way some of us do, but that doesn’t make them immune to...

Keto Diet for Dogs: Good or Bad?

In a recent survey, a large percentage of American dog owners reported that they tend to feed their pets a similar diet as they...

7 Signs of Liver Problems in Dogs (And What to Do...

The liver is one of the most important organs in a dog’s body. It is the second largest after his skin. It performs more than...

4 Signs of Kidney Problems in Dogs (And What to Do)

Dog kidneys have the same important role as human kidneys. They maintain the balance of certain substances in the blood and remove the toxins...

Breathing Problems in Dogs: How to Spot Them and What to...

Numerous dog breathing problems can present a life-threatening situation, and a quick reaction on the owner's part is often necessary. Respiratory problems can be...

What Is a Dog’s Normal Temperature?

Whenever you suspect your pooch being sick, you probably start to wonder, what is a dog’s normal temperature and when does it mean they...

Common Thyroid Problems in Dogs and What to Do About Them

Like in humans, thyroid glands are an important part of a dog’s anatomy and they affect a number of different organs in a dog’s...

My Dog Has a Cold. What Do I Do?

We are all well aware of the common cold since there are millions of cases recorded every year in the U.S. alone, according to...

9 Emergency Dog Health Conditions That Cannot Be Delayed

Dealing with any type of dog health problems is often distressing for pet owners, and you must take your pup to the vet if...

How to Cool Down a Dog: 12 Most Efficient Ways and...

Whether we’re talking about the early, mid, or late summer, or even early autumn as it is right now, as temperatures soar, it’s surprisingly easy...

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