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Robby is the founder and lead writer of The Dog Today. He has been sharing his home with dogs for 10 years, including Cooper, his Beagle mix, who has inspired more than a few articles on this site. Robby started The Dog Today four years ago to give dog owners clear, practical answers about health, food safety and behavior, written in plain English and based on guidance from veterinary sources such as the AVMA and ASPCA. He is not a veterinarian, and he always encourages readers to check with their own vet before making decisions about their dog’s health. When he’s not writing, you’ll find him hiking local trails with his dog.
Hey there, fellow dog lovers! If your furry friend has been prescribed Apoquel for those pesky itching problems, you might’ve noticed some changes in their water-drinking habits. I’ve seen tons of questions from worried pet parents about whether Apoquel can make dogs thirsty, so today we’re diving deep into this topic to give you the … Read more
How can puppies from the same litter look so different? Discover the two reasons in this post about sibling genetics in dogs. Have you ever noticed that puppies from the same litter often look very different? If you take a peek at the DNA of such puppies, you’d likely also find that they have different … Read more
Looking at the three sources, I notice that Lyme disease in dogs is frequently discussed alongside several key entities: Hey fellow dog lovers! If your furry friend has been diagnosed with Lyme disease, you’re probably wondering if they can make a complete comeback. I’ve spent countless hours researching this topic after my own Lab mix, … Read more
Bringing a new puppy home is hard work, regardless of your lifestyle or working situation. Raising a puppy takes a lot of time and energy, and you need to be committed. While raising a new dog or puppy while working full-time is definitely more challenging, it isn’t impossible. Puppies have many needs, so you need … Read more
There’s nothing quite like the joy of coming home to an excited, happy dog. However, some dogs can become overly excited while out and about, jumping up on their guardians or others. Kim Monteith, BC SPCA manager of animal welfare, shares tips and tricks for calming your overly excited dog and helping you manage your … Read more
As pet parents we all know that sinking feeling when our furry friend gives us “the look” after getting their shots. Their sad puppy eyes seem to ask, “Why did you let them do this to me?” It’s heartbreaking! But vaccinations are a necessary evil to keep our canine companions healthy and protected from dangerous … Read more
Yesterday, I gave my dog a Greenie after his usual dinner, thinking it would help with his oral health. However, about an hour later, he started to vomit. Could the Greenie be the cause, or might something else be upsetting his stomach? It’s possible that your dog’s vomiting is related to the Greenie, but it’s … Read more
If your dog demonstrating eye irritation or allergies, you might be tempted use your own eye drops on them. Our South Florida vet team teaches some basic information on eye infections in dogs and why you shouldnt use human eye drops on them. The same things that can cause humans itchiness, redness or swelling of … Read more
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic condition in which stomach acid flows from the stomach to the esophagus (the tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach). Normally, a valve called the lower esophageal sphincter prevents this reverse flow of stomach acid. In dogs with GERD, however, stomach acid passes through this … Read more
Chances are, you have a bag of rice in your pantry. Rice is a staple of many meals and can be used in a ton of different ways. But while we love it wrapped into our burritos or fried with eggs and veggies, is it safe to share with our pets? Specifically, can dogs eat … Read more