Dog ears are made up of 18 muscles (vs. the human ear with six) and have considerably longer ear canals, which help them hone their sense of hearing. While this means dogs are vastly better at ...

As a fellow dog owner, you probably know how annoying and harmful external parasites can be. These tiny creatures can cause discomfort, itching, irritation, and even diseases for our four-legged ...

Parasites in dogs are common and may be found both internally and externally. They can irritate dogs greatly and lead to serious health problems affecting other pets or even humans. Fortunately, ...

Addressing an ear infection in your dog can mean recognizing symptoms, such as head shaking, tilting, or constant scratching. Consult your veterinarian for a proper diagnosis and any medications or ...

Dogs with healthy bodies do a great job of fighting off infections; but sometimes their immune systems are overwhelmed, and your pup gets sick. While we never want to think about our fur babies being ...

Dr. Donita McCants-Prepti, DVM, CPT, CNC, is a veterinarian, speaker, and advocate for whole-person well-being in veterinary medicine. She earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Tuskegee ...